Jake0;2347520 said:
I think a more involved theory that'd catch some real heat would be to suggest that Jerry set up Pacman to get a minor suspension to get his picks back. Seems really easy to screw over Tennessee here.
As Hos said, Jerry didn't put the bottle to his lips. The kid has immense talent, but a ton of problems. Rehab or not, the choice is ultimately pacman's.
I had a personal battle with alcoholism that lasted almost 3 years. I was on the brink of losing my wife and 2 beautiful kids over it. I never put my family in harm's way due to my disease, but I was never home and was never there for them. What started off as a drink after work during happy hour with co-workers turned into a real problem over time. I considered rehab, but I read that success rates weren't good. In talking with others who fought the disease, they said that the battle must be fought within one's self.
I took a long look in the mirror about 6 months ago and decided to make the change. What I saw was an overweight, out of shape, and hung over guy that needed to fight some demons. I decided the best thing for me was to find other activities to occupy my time and keep my mind off of drinking. I joined a health club the same day, and began to focus on dieting and exercise. I found a release to ease my frustrations in life by taking it out on the weights in the gym instead of picking up the bottle. I'm now much healthier and I've been 100% sober for 6 months. I also enjoy time with my family, and am enjoying my time at work again.
Sorry for the long rant, but personal feelings towards Pac aside, he needs to fight this on his own. Regardless of his future with the team, I do pray that he fights this horrible disease within himself.
