Could you imagine how competitive that division would be if none of those teams didn't have their share of knuckle heads? So much talent on paper, but never completely on the field together due to numbfuckedness.
And thats why he wasnt a 1st rounder. Knowing the Steelers franchise , he'll never see another game in their uniform.
I dunno. They kept Roethlisberger, they kept Bell. They are an honorable franchise, but they aren't stupid.
Martavis Bryant planning to check into rehab Facing indefinite banishment for repeat violations of the NFL’s substance abuse policy, Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Martavis Bryant will check into rehab and undergo evaluation for depression issues, one of his agents, Brian Fettner, told USA TODAY Sports. “We’re all stunned, me included,” Fettner said, shortly after broke news of the ban Saturday. “We clearly miscalculated the issue. His isn’t a party issue. It’s a coping issue and a depression issue, and he’s got to take care of it.” Fettner had just landed in Florida and planned to discuss three clinic options with Bryant later Saturday, he said. The plan is for Bryant to enter rehab Sunday, Fettner said, though Bryant's other agent, Tom Santanello, said nothing would happen before Monday as they continue to sort through their appeals options. Fettner confirmed Bryant is appealing the ban, though getting it overturned is seen as a long shot. It stems from multiple missed drug tests, Fettner said, while also acknowledging Bryant has a problem with marijuana. The multiple missed tests – which count the same as failed tests – explains why Bryant faces banishment for at least one year, rather than a 10-game suspension for his latest violation after serving a four-game suspension to start last season. “This is the biggest cry for help I’ve ever seen. And that hurts. It hurts us to see,” Fettner said. “He’s 24 years old and he’s got to get right, whatever it is. “If you talk to anybody’s family that has depression, they will be talking about these same things – the (despondence), the withdrawal, the head-in-the-sand despair – just trying to cope.” .One of the game’s electrifying young playmakers, Bryant has 76 catches for 1,314 yards and 14 touchdowns in 21 regular-season NFL games, plus another 19 catches for 244 yards and two TDs in three playoff games. Further substance abuse violations, however, could keep him from seeing the field again. If the ban stands on appeal, Bryant must apply for reinstatement by the commissioner and can do so in no less than one calendar year. “This is a long road to earn people’s trust back, but honestly, we can’t even worry about that right now,” Fettner said. “You’ve got to get him healthy.” Follow Tom Pelissero on Twitter @TomPelissero
True on Bell. I think its different with Ben though cause it wasnt drugs , he's the QB and he won 2 SB's there. Also neither of those guys got the year long ban. At this point Id say its atleast 50-50 that he never plays for them again. Supposedly he's already checked into rehab though , whatever thats worth.
This why you think twice about taking Spence high in the draft, as he might actually be high at the draft.
I think you'll find he's got sever depression issues ......it's been suspected before.....is mom even moved in with his last year. This is a sad story that's more than weed or drugs
I think the whole depression thing can often be a cover for how stupid these guys are. It seems like a PR move more than anything as it comes out right away with the failed drug tests after no sign of it previously in their 20+ years. "He's not stupid he's depressed." Look at Randy Gregory at the combine.
Even if he is suffering from depression, that doesn't excuse him from breaking the rules. If you enter the NFL, you KNOW without a single doubt you will get tested at least once a year. So you are entering the profession already knowing the rules. If you aren't fit to follow the rules, you aren't fit to play the game.
It's like dudes who get caught cheating claim they have an "addiction" to sex. Yeah-we ALL do- we just choose not to cheat or are devious enough not to get caught. Sex addiction. Holy shit. What next? "No officer, I wasn't speeding, I'm addicted to driving fast!" _
