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Ray Anderson Chats
by SojuMaster » Sun Dec 05, 2010 1:51 pm
STEELER Nation:
December 3rd 2010 at 2pm EST ... Ray Anderson had a chat on NFL.com answering questions online from the fans. As expected, Ray Anderson avoided all tough questions and ANY questions in regards to the STEELERS was half-answered and avoided the meat of the questions. Here is a transcript from the online chat session.
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Good afternoon everyone. Looking forward to answering your questions today. Let's get started.
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Darrell Davis, USA
2:03 PM ET
How much forethought did the league office give to going heavy hand with the fines midseason? Is this playing out as you expected? Was ownership consulted prior to this? Is this new administration of discipline a reflection of ownership consensus, or did the league office decide this on their own?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Darrell, we would take issue with the term "heavy handed." Rather we view it as holding players to a higher standard of accountability for complying with safety rules. This emphasis didn't begin midseason but was reiterated many times beginning last February particularly rules related to protecting against illegal helmet-to-helmet and other hits against defenseless players. Ownership is always kept abreast and we have overwhelming support for player safety initiatives and enforcement.
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unkraut, Frankfurt, Germany
2:06 PM ET
Hello Mr. Anderson, what ever happened to the Dunta Robinson fine? Every single expert who took a closer look at the Robinson-Jackson hit said it was a legal hit, and Robinson appealed. Will the fine be upheld?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Every player has the right to appeal a discipline decision to a neutral arbitrator. Those two arbitrators, Art Shell and Ted Cottrell, both former NFL players and coaches, are jointly appointed by the NFL and the players union. They handle the appeal process and make final determinations. Dunta's decision is still pending.
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Andrew, Alabama
2:09 PM ET
James Harrison was fined 75K for his helment to helment hit. Andre Johnson is only fined 25K for throwing multiple punches to a helmentless Finnegan. Why such a difference in fines, especially when Harrison's was during play, and unintentional, while Johnson's was after the whistle and intentional?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Harrison's fine was a result in part of being a repeat offender. Therefore the $75,000 was an escalation due to prior violations. Regarding the fight fines, that's a separate and distinct category from illegal hits to defenseless players. They are simply treated differently and the players involved in the fight were handled accordingly.
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chris cusumano, danielson,ct
2:11 PM ET
Why is there such opposition to having current players reside on a discipline committee?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Current players and coaches would have a clear conflict of interest, and that is, there would be an understandable tendency to protect their own interests and that of their team. That's not a criticism, that's reality. To our knowledge, no other major sport has ever permitted current players to play a role in the discipline process.
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Bill, Wayne
2:14 PM ET
How do you respond to Mr. Rooney's comments that it appears that the Steelers are being treated more harshly than other teams across the league when it comes to penalties and fines for "illegal" hits?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Bill, we have received numerous questions along these lines. Neither the Steelers nor any other team is singled out for special treatment one way or the other. In fact, through Week 12, the Steelers have averaged 6.5 penalties per game, including accepted penalties, declined penalties and offsetting fouls, which ties them with three other teams for 10th most in the NFL. 1/3 of the teams have been penalized as much or more than the Steelers.
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Tony DeSantis, Lower Burrell, Pa.
2:21 PM ET
Why aren't the game officials fined when they screw up a call & could possibly cause a team to lose. If they are fined, then why isn't it publicised like the players who are fined.
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Tony, every single play of every single game is reviewed and graded by the officiating VP and his supervisors. Every crew and every individual official are graded for every call they make and every call they miss. They are ultimately ranked by position and by crew and those rankings determine postseason eligibility, postseason assignments, bonus pool eligibility and job retention. Just like the players, if the officials do not perform at the highest level they will not be retained.
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Allan, Virginia
2:26 PM ET
If player safety is paramount why is the NFL attempting to lengthen the season?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Allen, we know few people like the preseason and we know the fans don't like it. So as we consider going to 18 regular season games while maintaining the 20 game structure, we are undertaking a comprehensive review of all matters that impact player safety. This includes, for example, increased number of players on gameday and practice rosters; limiting the number of offseason and training camp days; establishing limits on the number of practices that can be held in helmets and with contact; and staggering reporting days based on NFL experience, so veterans and those with the most game experience would practice less than rookies and younger players.
Player safety is of vital importance and that is why we are spending so much time on this subject.
===============================
Toby Fey, Toledo
2:34 PM ET
What is the rule on "incidental" contact, when the defender hits a player in the head or neck area because the receiver or quarterback ducked, slides or was pushed?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
In that instance, we determine the contact is unavoidable by the defender. An example is a quarterback who is scrambling and goes into a late slide to avoid contact by a defender. In this instance, we would view helmet contact as legal because it occurs on a runner and not a defenseless player. As a reminder, not all helmet contact is illegal.
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Ricky Daniels Jr., Stephenville, TX.
2:39 PM ET
Where does the money go from the fines that the NFL players have to pay?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Ricky, money collected from player fines go to support retired players in need and medical research.
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Gene, South Carolina
2:42 PM ET
Why wont you answer ward's charges to the nfl?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
We admire Hines as a player and respect his opinion and the right for him to express himself. However, we believe Hines' comments are misguided and we respectfully disagree with them.
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dustin, south carolina
2:44 PM ET
in refernce to the the answer to toby feys' question then why has james harrison been fined for those same hits and not others?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Dustin, every play is evaluated on its own facts and circumstances. Included in the evaluation is the individual player's history of violations. Repeat offenders are subject to increased discipline. But it's important to remember that not every play that is penalized is a flagrant enough foul to result in discipline. Further, even though a foul may not have been detected and flagged during the course of the game, through our internal review process we may identify plays that rise to the level of discipline.
===============================
Paul , Philadelphia
2:49 PM ET
Why doesn't the NFL demand players wear helmets that reduce the risk of concussions? Why doesn't the NFL invest research to perfect in soft shell exteriors for helmets so that they CANNOT be used as weapons?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Paul, we are constantly researching all kinds of safety related enhancements including for helmets. We are encouraging helmet manufacturers to research and develop helmets that may reduce the risk of concussions. Many medical experts have joined in the effort to improve helmet safety and reduce concussions at all levels of all sports. These medical experts are evaluating all options.
===============================
Darian Guerrero, Greeley, CO
2:56 PM ET
Mr. Anderson, After doing a study on the current situation, based on Dr. Ann McKee's studies on CTE (chronic trauma encephalopathy) and your self-narrated video for players "on notice", my question is how will the league ,better, enforce players to stop their cruel gameplay--which they have been using their whole career. Will fines increase and suspensions become more common? Will you require every NFL teams' coaching staff to change their tactics on coaching, in order to re-train the players to tackle properly upon your request according to the video?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Darian, we have no higher priority than player safety. That is why for decades we have made rule changes to advance player safety while maintaining the excitement and physicality of the game. Part of our emphasis is on players playing within the rules and coaches coaching to the rules, including returning to tackling fundamentals.
===============================
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Thanks very much for your time. We appreciate your interest and your passion for our game. Enjoy Week 13!
December 3rd 2010 at 2pm EST ... Ray Anderson had a chat on NFL.com answering questions online from the fans. As expected, Ray Anderson avoided all tough questions and ANY questions in regards to the STEELERS was half-answered and avoided the meat of the questions. Here is a transcript from the online chat session.
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Good afternoon everyone. Looking forward to answering your questions today. Let's get started.
===============================
Darrell Davis, USA
2:03 PM ET
How much forethought did the league office give to going heavy hand with the fines midseason? Is this playing out as you expected? Was ownership consulted prior to this? Is this new administration of discipline a reflection of ownership consensus, or did the league office decide this on their own?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Darrell, we would take issue with the term "heavy handed." Rather we view it as holding players to a higher standard of accountability for complying with safety rules. This emphasis didn't begin midseason but was reiterated many times beginning last February particularly rules related to protecting against illegal helmet-to-helmet and other hits against defenseless players. Ownership is always kept abreast and we have overwhelming support for player safety initiatives and enforcement.
===============================
unkraut, Frankfurt, Germany
2:06 PM ET
Hello Mr. Anderson, what ever happened to the Dunta Robinson fine? Every single expert who took a closer look at the Robinson-Jackson hit said it was a legal hit, and Robinson appealed. Will the fine be upheld?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Every player has the right to appeal a discipline decision to a neutral arbitrator. Those two arbitrators, Art Shell and Ted Cottrell, both former NFL players and coaches, are jointly appointed by the NFL and the players union. They handle the appeal process and make final determinations. Dunta's decision is still pending.
===============================
Andrew, Alabama
2:09 PM ET
James Harrison was fined 75K for his helment to helment hit. Andre Johnson is only fined 25K for throwing multiple punches to a helmentless Finnegan. Why such a difference in fines, especially when Harrison's was during play, and unintentional, while Johnson's was after the whistle and intentional?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Harrison's fine was a result in part of being a repeat offender. Therefore the $75,000 was an escalation due to prior violations. Regarding the fight fines, that's a separate and distinct category from illegal hits to defenseless players. They are simply treated differently and the players involved in the fight were handled accordingly.
===============================
chris cusumano, danielson,ct
2:11 PM ET
Why is there such opposition to having current players reside on a discipline committee?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Current players and coaches would have a clear conflict of interest, and that is, there would be an understandable tendency to protect their own interests and that of their team. That's not a criticism, that's reality. To our knowledge, no other major sport has ever permitted current players to play a role in the discipline process.
===============================
Bill, Wayne
2:14 PM ET
How do you respond to Mr. Rooney's comments that it appears that the Steelers are being treated more harshly than other teams across the league when it comes to penalties and fines for "illegal" hits?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Bill, we have received numerous questions along these lines. Neither the Steelers nor any other team is singled out for special treatment one way or the other. In fact, through Week 12, the Steelers have averaged 6.5 penalties per game, including accepted penalties, declined penalties and offsetting fouls, which ties them with three other teams for 10th most in the NFL. 1/3 of the teams have been penalized as much or more than the Steelers.
===============================
Tony DeSantis, Lower Burrell, Pa.
2:21 PM ET
Why aren't the game officials fined when they screw up a call & could possibly cause a team to lose. If they are fined, then why isn't it publicised like the players who are fined.
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Tony, every single play of every single game is reviewed and graded by the officiating VP and his supervisors. Every crew and every individual official are graded for every call they make and every call they miss. They are ultimately ranked by position and by crew and those rankings determine postseason eligibility, postseason assignments, bonus pool eligibility and job retention. Just like the players, if the officials do not perform at the highest level they will not be retained.
===============================
Allan, Virginia
2:26 PM ET
If player safety is paramount why is the NFL attempting to lengthen the season?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Allen, we know few people like the preseason and we know the fans don't like it. So as we consider going to 18 regular season games while maintaining the 20 game structure, we are undertaking a comprehensive review of all matters that impact player safety. This includes, for example, increased number of players on gameday and practice rosters; limiting the number of offseason and training camp days; establishing limits on the number of practices that can be held in helmets and with contact; and staggering reporting days based on NFL experience, so veterans and those with the most game experience would practice less than rookies and younger players.
Player safety is of vital importance and that is why we are spending so much time on this subject.
===============================
Toby Fey, Toledo
2:34 PM ET
What is the rule on "incidental" contact, when the defender hits a player in the head or neck area because the receiver or quarterback ducked, slides or was pushed?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
In that instance, we determine the contact is unavoidable by the defender. An example is a quarterback who is scrambling and goes into a late slide to avoid contact by a defender. In this instance, we would view helmet contact as legal because it occurs on a runner and not a defenseless player. As a reminder, not all helmet contact is illegal.
===============================
Ricky Daniels Jr., Stephenville, TX.
2:39 PM ET
Where does the money go from the fines that the NFL players have to pay?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Ricky, money collected from player fines go to support retired players in need and medical research.
===============================
Gene, South Carolina
2:42 PM ET
Why wont you answer ward's charges to the nfl?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
We admire Hines as a player and respect his opinion and the right for him to express himself. However, we believe Hines' comments are misguided and we respectfully disagree with them.
===============================
dustin, south carolina
2:44 PM ET
in refernce to the the answer to toby feys' question then why has james harrison been fined for those same hits and not others?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Dustin, every play is evaluated on its own facts and circumstances. Included in the evaluation is the individual player's history of violations. Repeat offenders are subject to increased discipline. But it's important to remember that not every play that is penalized is a flagrant enough foul to result in discipline. Further, even though a foul may not have been detected and flagged during the course of the game, through our internal review process we may identify plays that rise to the level of discipline.
===============================
Paul , Philadelphia
2:49 PM ET
Why doesn't the NFL demand players wear helmets that reduce the risk of concussions? Why doesn't the NFL invest research to perfect in soft shell exteriors for helmets so that they CANNOT be used as weapons?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Paul, we are constantly researching all kinds of safety related enhancements including for helmets. We are encouraging helmet manufacturers to research and develop helmets that may reduce the risk of concussions. Many medical experts have joined in the effort to improve helmet safety and reduce concussions at all levels of all sports. These medical experts are evaluating all options.
===============================
Darian Guerrero, Greeley, CO
2:56 PM ET
Mr. Anderson, After doing a study on the current situation, based on Dr. Ann McKee's studies on CTE (chronic trauma encephalopathy) and your self-narrated video for players "on notice", my question is how will the league ,better, enforce players to stop their cruel gameplay--which they have been using their whole career. Will fines increase and suspensions become more common? Will you require every NFL teams' coaching staff to change their tactics on coaching, in order to re-train the players to tackle properly upon your request according to the video?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Darian, we have no higher priority than player safety. That is why for decades we have made rule changes to advance player safety while maintaining the excitement and physicality of the game. Part of our emphasis is on players playing within the rules and coaches coaching to the rules, including returning to tackling fundamentals.
===============================
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Thanks very much for your time. We appreciate your interest and your passion for our game. Enjoy Week 13!
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Re: Ray Anderson Chats
by SojuMaster » Sun Dec 05, 2010 2:25 pm
It is very interesting how he avoids and side steps and STEELER related question but just about every other question is answered pretty much straight-up. I personally submitted over 20 different questions and not one was answered nor was a simular question was answered. He never addressed any counter-questions to the wishy-washy answers he was giving. With the HUGE time gaps between the questions it was pretty obvious he was having difficulty in trying to find questions that he was comfortable or was able to deflect the answer.
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Andrew, Alabama
2:09 PM ET
James Harrison was fined 75K for his helment to helment hit. Andre Johnson is only fined 25K for throwing multiple punches to a helmentless Finnegan. Why such a difference in fines, especially when Harrison's was during play, and unintentional, while Johnson's was after the whistle and intentional?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Harrison's fine was a result in part of being a repeat offender. Therefore the $75,000 was an escalation due to prior violations. Regarding the fight fines, that's a separate and distinct category from illegal hits to defenseless players. They are simply treated differently and the players involved in the fight were handled accordingly.
While the the question is pretty much answered straight up, all this says that the league does not care about NHL-styled bawls on the field or the image that is potraited on these kinds of activities. Post-Whistle activity is obviously more acceptable then play within the whistles.
==========
Bill, Wayne
2:14 PM ET
How do you respond to Mr. Rooney's comments that it appears that the Steelers are being treated more harshly than other teams across the league when it comes to penalties and fines for "illegal" hits?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Bill, we have received numerous questions along these lines. Neither the Steelers nor any other team is singled out for special treatment one way or the other. In fact, through Week 12, the Steelers have averaged 6.5 penalties per game, including accepted penalties, declined penalties and offsetting fouls, which ties them with three other teams for 10th most in the NFL. 1/3 of the teams have been penalized as much or more than the Steelers.
This is a HUGE side-step of the question. Everyone know that the question is refering to the fines also, but no talk about that at all. Great malipulation of the stats. Why not look at the last 5 weeks? Or since Week 6 since the league has decided it was time to "crackdown" on illegal hits. So lets include the first 5 weeks into this average when life was good in the NFL. Of course he completely avoids the fact that we are on top of the list for the most fines this year.
==========
Allan, Virginia
2:26 PM ET
If player safety is paramount why is the NFL attempting to lengthen the season?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Allen, we know few people like the preseason and we know the fans don't like it. So as we consider going to 18 regular season games while maintaining the 20 game structure, we are undertaking a comprehensive review of all matters that impact player safety. This includes, for example, increased number of players on gameday and practice rosters; limiting the number of offseason and training camp days; establishing limits on the number of practices that can be held in helmets and with contact; and staggering reporting days based on NFL experience, so veterans and those with the most game experience would practice less than rookies and younger players.
Player safety is of vital importance and that is why we are spending so much time on this subject.
While this question is not STEELER related, I have some serious issues in regards to moving to an 18-game schedule with the proposal that he put forth.
We already know that the vets do not play 100% of a pre-season game, so this by default will increase the amount of playing time for the vets in the league. So it is a complete Logic Fail that 16+4 = 18+2 in minutes played.
Pre-season has a purpose in life. Reduce a 90-man roster to 53. Now you are going to expect teams to make this decision now in 2 weeks instead of 4? Coaching staff is going to have to make rush decisions now that will directly impact the regular season.
Reducing the pre-season because of the fans? That is money talking there. League should be looking at what makes the best product, not what is best for the bottom-line. Money WILL catch up to a better product.
lets limit practice time now. That is a GREAT solution, so we can watch the high level of play go down. WONDERFUL!
=======
Gene, South Carolina
2:42 PM ET
Why wont you answer ward's charges to the nfl?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
We admire Hines as a player and respect his opinion and the right for him to express himself. However, we believe Hines' comments are misguided and we respectfully disagree with them.
In another words, He is right, but we can not find a way to verbally state that he is wrong without looking like a complete ass, so a simple "13 year vet is misguided" and we disagree with him should keep us from looking like a bunch of ass-clowns.
=======
dustin, south carolina
2:44 PM ET
in refernce to the the answer to toby feys' question then why has james harrison been fined for those same hits and not others?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Dustin, every play is evaluated on its own facts and circumstances. Included in the evaluation is the individual player's history of violations. Repeat offenders are subject to increased discipline. But it's important to remember that not every play that is penalized is a flagrant enough foul to result in discipline. Further, even though a foul may not have been detected and flagged during the course of the game, through our internal review process we may identify plays that rise to the level of discipline.
This is utter bullshit. The helmet-to-helmet to Hines Ward drew no flag nor a fine. So how was that evaluated on its own facts and circumstances. illegal hit to the head is illegal. period. Not one STEELER this season has NOT been fined for an illegal hit to the head, so why the exception here? This is by far one of the most disturbing answers.
===============================
Paul , Philadelphia
2:49 PM ET
Why doesn't the NFL demand players wear helmets that reduce the risk of concussions? Why doesn't the NFL invest research to perfect in soft shell exteriors for helmets so that they CANNOT be used as weapons?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Paul, we are constantly researching all kinds of safety related enhancements including for helmets. We are encouraging helmet manufacturers to research and develop helmets that may reduce the risk of concussions. Many medical experts have joined in the effort to improve helmet safety and reduce concussions at all levels of all sports. These medical experts are evaluating all options.
The question was why doesnt the NFL DEMAND players wear safer helmets. What? what happened to answering THAT question? The implied answer is - "We Care about Players Safety but will not demand a player to wear a safer helmet"
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Andrew, Alabama
2:09 PM ET
James Harrison was fined 75K for his helment to helment hit. Andre Johnson is only fined 25K for throwing multiple punches to a helmentless Finnegan. Why such a difference in fines, especially when Harrison's was during play, and unintentional, while Johnson's was after the whistle and intentional?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Harrison's fine was a result in part of being a repeat offender. Therefore the $75,000 was an escalation due to prior violations. Regarding the fight fines, that's a separate and distinct category from illegal hits to defenseless players. They are simply treated differently and the players involved in the fight were handled accordingly.
While the the question is pretty much answered straight up, all this says that the league does not care about NHL-styled bawls on the field or the image that is potraited on these kinds of activities. Post-Whistle activity is obviously more acceptable then play within the whistles.
==========
Bill, Wayne
2:14 PM ET
How do you respond to Mr. Rooney's comments that it appears that the Steelers are being treated more harshly than other teams across the league when it comes to penalties and fines for "illegal" hits?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Bill, we have received numerous questions along these lines. Neither the Steelers nor any other team is singled out for special treatment one way or the other. In fact, through Week 12, the Steelers have averaged 6.5 penalties per game, including accepted penalties, declined penalties and offsetting fouls, which ties them with three other teams for 10th most in the NFL. 1/3 of the teams have been penalized as much or more than the Steelers.
This is a HUGE side-step of the question. Everyone know that the question is refering to the fines also, but no talk about that at all. Great malipulation of the stats. Why not look at the last 5 weeks? Or since Week 6 since the league has decided it was time to "crackdown" on illegal hits. So lets include the first 5 weeks into this average when life was good in the NFL. Of course he completely avoids the fact that we are on top of the list for the most fines this year.
==========
Allan, Virginia
2:26 PM ET
If player safety is paramount why is the NFL attempting to lengthen the season?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Allen, we know few people like the preseason and we know the fans don't like it. So as we consider going to 18 regular season games while maintaining the 20 game structure, we are undertaking a comprehensive review of all matters that impact player safety. This includes, for example, increased number of players on gameday and practice rosters; limiting the number of offseason and training camp days; establishing limits on the number of practices that can be held in helmets and with contact; and staggering reporting days based on NFL experience, so veterans and those with the most game experience would practice less than rookies and younger players.
Player safety is of vital importance and that is why we are spending so much time on this subject.
While this question is not STEELER related, I have some serious issues in regards to moving to an 18-game schedule with the proposal that he put forth.
We already know that the vets do not play 100% of a pre-season game, so this by default will increase the amount of playing time for the vets in the league. So it is a complete Logic Fail that 16+4 = 18+2 in minutes played.
Pre-season has a purpose in life. Reduce a 90-man roster to 53. Now you are going to expect teams to make this decision now in 2 weeks instead of 4? Coaching staff is going to have to make rush decisions now that will directly impact the regular season.
Reducing the pre-season because of the fans? That is money talking there. League should be looking at what makes the best product, not what is best for the bottom-line. Money WILL catch up to a better product.
lets limit practice time now. That is a GREAT solution, so we can watch the high level of play go down. WONDERFUL!
=======
Gene, South Carolina
2:42 PM ET
Why wont you answer ward's charges to the nfl?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
We admire Hines as a player and respect his opinion and the right for him to express himself. However, we believe Hines' comments are misguided and we respectfully disagree with them.
In another words, He is right, but we can not find a way to verbally state that he is wrong without looking like a complete ass, so a simple "13 year vet is misguided" and we disagree with him should keep us from looking like a bunch of ass-clowns.
=======
dustin, south carolina
2:44 PM ET
in refernce to the the answer to toby feys' question then why has james harrison been fined for those same hits and not others?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Dustin, every play is evaluated on its own facts and circumstances. Included in the evaluation is the individual player's history of violations. Repeat offenders are subject to increased discipline. But it's important to remember that not every play that is penalized is a flagrant enough foul to result in discipline. Further, even though a foul may not have been detected and flagged during the course of the game, through our internal review process we may identify plays that rise to the level of discipline.
This is utter bullshit. The helmet-to-helmet to Hines Ward drew no flag nor a fine. So how was that evaluated on its own facts and circumstances. illegal hit to the head is illegal. period. Not one STEELER this season has NOT been fined for an illegal hit to the head, so why the exception here? This is by far one of the most disturbing answers.
===============================
Paul , Philadelphia
2:49 PM ET
Why doesn't the NFL demand players wear helmets that reduce the risk of concussions? Why doesn't the NFL invest research to perfect in soft shell exteriors for helmets so that they CANNOT be used as weapons?
Ray Anderson, NFL.com
Paul, we are constantly researching all kinds of safety related enhancements including for helmets. We are encouraging helmet manufacturers to research and develop helmets that may reduce the risk of concussions. Many medical experts have joined in the effort to improve helmet safety and reduce concussions at all levels of all sports. These medical experts are evaluating all options.
The question was why doesnt the NFL DEMAND players wear safer helmets. What? what happened to answering THAT question? The implied answer is - "We Care about Players Safety but will not demand a player to wear a safer helmet"
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Re: Ray Anderson Chats
by steelandblood » Mon Dec 06, 2010 2:12 am
You're spoton here, sojou. In my entire life (I'm 38) I've never seen the nfl spin machine spin so fast. He's totally backtracking and if anything, even if it wasn't true, he looks more than ever like he had the refs target the Steelers because of the comments Harrison, Ward and Ben have made. If that wasn't the case, then why is this the first game in which Harrison didn't draw a questionable flag? After the week in which Goodell, Anderson and the rest of the NFL received all the negative press about allegedly gunning for Pittsburgh.
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Re: Ray Anderson Chats
by SteelPower » Mon Dec 06, 2010 9:36 am
Although they did not call anything on Silverback this week they still did nothing to help there gunning for the Steelers perception when they no called the hit to Miller or the blow to the head on Ben. This comes on top of Ward getting his melon smashed in the Pats game and of course no fine. That should be all the proof any of us needs to see. Anything else they say is just plain LIES.
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