Last week, Marshawn Lynch was fined $100,000 for not making himself available to the media after the Seattle Seahawks-Kansas City Chiefs game. The $100,000 was actually the combination of two separate $50,000 fines; one that was imposed in 2013 for not meeting with the media and a new one for his current violation. According to… Continue reading Forced To Speak (OPD: 11/25/14)
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An Athlete And A Protestor (OPD: 12/5/14)
It is a slippery slope when one is an athlete and feels the need to express one’s disgust with the happenings that are surrounding you. While there are consequences for expressing one’s feelings publicly, there is lies an opportunity to make a difference in the world. Taking that chance to make a difference can bring… Continue reading An Athlete And A Protestor (OPD: 12/5/14)
Manziel’s Dilemma
Once again, the NCAA is investigating another player, Johnny Manziel of Texas A&M for off the field violations. To be specific, the NCAA is trying to nab another student-athlete for what he “allegedly did”–receiving payment for something he owns–his autograph during his time at the BCS Championship. I understand their are rules and laws provided… Continue reading Manziel’s Dilemma