Harrison October Fine Reduced To $50,000

***Atlanta Dan*** · 12-30-2010, 05:55 PM

In November Goodell ruled as follows:

The NFL has rejected Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison's appeals of his $75,000 fine for a hit on Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi and $20,000 fine for slamming helmet-first into New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees' back.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5864827

But the one consistent practice of Goodell is to be inconsistent so this evening we get this:

The NFL has reduced fines on Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson, New England Patriots safety Brandon Meriweather and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison issued in October for flagrant hits during Week 6 games.

Robinson and Meriweather were both fined for helmet-to-helmet hits against defenseless receivers -- Robinson for his hit on Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson, which left both players concussed, and Meriweather for his hit on Ravens tight end Todd Heap. Robinson's fine was reduced from $50,000 to $25,000; Meriweather's from $50,000 to $40,000.

Harrison, who was docked for a helmet-hit on Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi, saw his fine reduced from $75,000 to $50,000..

Each player has the right to appeal league discipline. Appeals are heard and decided by Pro Football Hall of Fame player and former NFL coach Art Shell and by former NFL coach Ted Cottrell. Shell and Cottrell are appointed and paid jointly by the NFL and NFLPA.

In a statement, the league confirmed the outcome of the appeals, saying Cottrell reduced Robinson's and Meriweather's fines and then "took the additional step of reviewing the appeal of James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers."

"Cottrell consulted with Commissioner (Roger) Goodell about reducing Harrison's fine to $50,000 and the commissioner fully supported the decision," the statement reads. "Cottrell said he reduced the fines because the players said they understood the rules and have made efforts to adjust their techniques to play within the rules that protect player safety."

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...on-meriweather

Goodell continuing to make it up as he goes along

fer522 · 12-30-2010, 07:59 PM

goodhell is a moron

Killer · 12-30-2010, 08:06 PM

I agree

Fire Der Führer

rrage · 12-30-2010, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Killer

I agree

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mizzouristeeler · 12-30-2010, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Killer

I agree

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fer522 · 12-31-2010, 09:05 AM

that pics the s**t bro

12-30-2010, 05:55 PM	#1
*Atlanta Dan* Resigned Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 9,916 Member Number: 728 Thanks: 74 Thanked 201 Times in 129 Posts	Harrison October Fine Reduced To $50,000 In November Goodell ruled as follows: The NFL has rejected Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison's appeals of his $75,000 fine for a hit on Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi and $20,000 fine for slamming helmet-first into New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees' back. http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5864827 But the one consistent practice of Goodell is to be inconsistent so this evening we get this: The NFL has reduced fines on Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson, New England Patriots safety Brandon Meriweather and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison issued in October for flagrant hits during Week 6 games. Robinson and Meriweather were both fined for helmet-to-helmet hits against defenseless receivers -- Robinson for his hit on Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson, which left both players concussed, and Meriweather for his hit on Ravens tight end Todd Heap. Robinson's fine was reduced from $50,000 to $25,000; Meriweather's from $50,000 to $40,000. Harrison, who was docked for a helmet-hit on Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi, saw his fine reduced from $75,000 to $50,000.. Each player has the right to appeal league discipline. Appeals are heard and decided by Pro Football Hall of Fame player and former NFL coach Art Shell and by former NFL coach Ted Cottrell. Shell and Cottrell are appointed and paid jointly by the NFL and NFLPA. In a statement, the league confirmed the outcome of the appeals, saying Cottrell reduced Robinson's and Meriweather's fines and then "took the additional step of reviewing the appeal of James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers." "Cottrell consulted with Commissioner (Roger) Goodell about reducing Harrison's fine to $50,000 and the commissioner fully supported the decision," the statement reads. "Cottrell said he reduced the fines because the players said they understood the rules and have made efforts to adjust their techniques to play within the rules that protect player safety." http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...on-meriweather Goodell continuing to make it up as he goes along

12-30-2010, 07:59 PM	#2
fer522 Head Coach Archery 2000 Champion! Archery Champion! Ms Pacman Champion! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: right here Posts: 1,678 Member Number: 16190 Thanks: 136 Thanked 141 Times in 96 Posts	Re: Harrison October Fine Reduced To $50,000 goodhell is a moron

12-30-2010, 08:06 PM	#3
Killer Living Legend Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 7,939 Member Number: 763 Thanks: 47 Thanked 277 Times in 221 Posts	Re: Harrison October Fine Reduced To $50,000 I agree Fire Der Führer

12-31-2010, 09:05 AM	#6
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