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A letter from Pacman's attorneys (Greenberg Traurig, L.L.P. -- one of the largest firms in the world) to the league regarding Pacman's appeal has been made public.
http://www.tennessean.com/assets/pdf/DN7239256.PDF
In summary, the argument addressed in the letter is that Pacman's suspension is unprecedented. The argument is obvious, but the way they're going about it is pretty smart.
Pacman's suspension was based on four events:
1. A 2006 charge for obstruction of justice (which is pending).
2. Failure to report this charge for obstruction of justice.
3. A 2006 charge for disorderly conduct and public intoxiation (which was deferred).
4. Failure to report a charge for possession of marijuana (which was dismissed).
The lawyers are requesting information regarding the treatment of 283 other similar arrests/incidents of NFL players during a similar time span. They're requesting (1) the date upon which the incident was first reported by the player, (2) the disciplinary action taken for each arrest, and (3) whether the actions consitute "conduct detrimental to the [league]."
My argument has always been that Goodell has held players to double standards (largely a result of media/fan reaction). The information obtained from this request could be pretty damning in that regard for Goodell. This should be interesting to watch.
http://www.tennessean.com/assets/pdf/DN7239256.PDF
In summary, the argument addressed in the letter is that Pacman's suspension is unprecedented. The argument is obvious, but the way they're going about it is pretty smart.
Pacman's suspension was based on four events:
1. A 2006 charge for obstruction of justice (which is pending).
2. Failure to report this charge for obstruction of justice.
3. A 2006 charge for disorderly conduct and public intoxiation (which was deferred).
4. Failure to report a charge for possession of marijuana (which was dismissed).
The lawyers are requesting information regarding the treatment of 283 other similar arrests/incidents of NFL players during a similar time span. They're requesting (1) the date upon which the incident was first reported by the player, (2) the disciplinary action taken for each arrest, and (3) whether the actions consitute "conduct detrimental to the [league]."
My argument has always been that Goodell has held players to double standards (largely a result of media/fan reaction). The information obtained from this request could be pretty damning in that regard for Goodell. This should be interesting to watch.
