Wing Man Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 I'm sorry. Grow up NFL. For that matter, grow up New York and the federal government. The verdict is in on the whole "Refer Madness" bs. There's no one in Colorado or Washington state going on a manic bender from marijuana use. Incredulously, the feds continue to prosecute growers in those two states with potential 20+ year sentences. Synthetic marijuana can be a massive health hazard as one can't know what has been mixed into the hybrid and should be a banned substance, but ordinary stuff is pretty ordinary in the end. Take a mature stand, NFL, and end this stupidity once and for all.
4merper4mer Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Joe B chimes in: http://www.wkbw.com/sports/bills/joe-b-if-suspension-of-bills-henderson-holds-another-example-of-nfl-lunacy He does a nice job with that story. It is hard not to feel for Henderson, especially if a doctor prescribed pot and even if he didn't. The kid went through a lot and did this because he thought it would help, right or wrong. Should he have reported it? Yes. IMO any punishment he receives should be for the lack of reporting, not the use of the pot itself. He thought it was the right thing to do. I also find it sad that many people who have been hooked by pot will try to use this as a cause celebre and excuse to make pot legal, which is a mistake. Watch. Because it will probably happen.
nucci Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) He does a nice job with that story. It is hard not to feel for Henderson, especially if a doctor prescribed pot and even if he didn't. The kid went through a lot and did this because he thought it would help, right or wrong. Should he have reported it? Yes. IMO any punishment he receives should be for the lack of reporting, not the use of the pot itself. He thought it was the right thing to do. I also find it sad that many people who have been hooked by pot will try to use this as a cause celebre and excuse to make pot legal, which is a mistake. Watch. Because it will probably happen. Why is it a mistake to make pot legal? If alcohol and tobacco/nicotine are legal, why not marijuana? Edited September 7, 2016 by nucci
Maury Ballstein Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) A weed thread isn't complete until jboyst chimes in. Finish us off jb. Edited September 7, 2016 by Ryan L Billz
Magox Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 if the nfl turned him down on that -- you think they should overturn it fully? or is this the policy you would like to see in place? I suppose the NFL would have to stick to their guns at that point, but an appeals process could look to overturn it, setting precedence.
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 what if he didnt have that prescription? Then to me I guess it matters when he tested positive? If he was on IR and undergoing surgery, thinking he might have to hang up his cleats, I think that should get a pass. If he's reported to the Bills facility to start training, then to me it falls into the category of any other guy who tests positive - I may disagree with the rule, but it's a condition of employment.
4merper4mer Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Why is it a mistake to make pot legal? If alcohol and tobacco/nicotine are legal, why not marijuana? We have enough losers already. We don't need more just so some addicts can rid themselves of guilt.
Leroi Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Another player who feels he is above the law of the league. Way to put yourself before the team. Selfish players are a good sign of poor leadership. Let the circus continue. Imo Edited September 7, 2016 by Leroi
26CornerBlitz Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 @mikerodak Bills say OT Seantrel Henderson, who is in the locker room, is not speaking to reporters today.
What a Tuel Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) I'm sorry. Grow up NFL. For that matter, grow up New York and the federal government. The verdict is in on the whole "Refer Madness" bs. There's no one in Colorado or Washington state going on a manic bender from marijuana use. Incredulously, the feds continue to prosecute growers in those two states with potential 20+ year sentences. Synthetic marijuana can be a massive health hazard as one can't know what has been mixed into the hybrid and should be a banned substance, but ordinary stuff is pretty ordinary in the end. Take a mature stand, NFL, and end this stupidity once and for all. It isn't about maturity. It is about perception. The NFL sees an opportunity to stay out of the public perception of a drug culture. Alcohol is legal, they can't stop that, but while marijuana is illegal they have an excuse to ban it and sidestep the cultural drug issues they would have to face, including the perception of fans of the league. Made widely legal and available, there is no doubt the characters of the NFL would make fools of themselves bringing unwanted attention to things not involving football like they do with alcohol. It's all a game playing with perception and social stigmas. (Edit: There is an argument to be made that they aren't sidestepping opioids in the same manner.) Edited September 7, 2016 by What a Tuel
4merper4mer Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Says the guy who needs to change his troll account screennames periodically. Get on match.com bud. Maybe you'll meet a nice girl Nucci, The above post is an example of the veiled guilt i referenced. This type is called projection but there are lots of other types.
Peter Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) This situation presents an excellent opportunity for the NFL to show that it can see the forest from the trees . . . as well as demonstrate that it has some humanity for a guy who should be congratulated rather than suspended by the NFL. Edited September 7, 2016 by Peter
CountryCletus Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Guys- you have to remember that marijuana smokers are dangerous people and should be treated as heinous criminals!!! Well, that's what the letter Roger Goodell sent along with my season tickets said...
nucci Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 We have enough losers already. We don't need more just so some addicts can rid themselves of guilt. Pot is not addicting unlike alcohol and tobacco. Do you call people who drink and smoke losers also?
CountryCletus Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Pot is not addicting unlike alcohol and tobacco. Do you call people who drink and smoke losers also? I'm a loser!!!
yungmack Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Sad how many people posting here are slaves to authority, coming up with variants on the old "I disagree with it but it is the law and so must be obeyed." Seems like some would flip that old adage and take as their motto, "I'd rather live on my knees than die on my feet."
CardinalScotts Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 This roster is out of control. Terry is going to clean house, I'm telling you. huh ? I'm a loser!!! smoking yes, you fu*king stink full time
The Frankish Reich Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 I'm sorry. Grow up NFL. For that matter, grow up New York and the federal government. The verdict is in on the whole "Refer Madness" bs. There's no one in Colorado or Washington state going on a manic bender from marijuana use. Incredulously, the feds continue to prosecute growers in those two states with potential 20+ year sentences. Synthetic marijuana can be a massive health hazard as one can't know what has been mixed into the hybrid and should be a banned substance, but ordinary stuff is pretty ordinary in the end. Take a mature stand, NFL, and end this stupidity once and for all. This is flat-out wrong. If you abide by Colorado's state laws, the feds have taken a completely hands-off approach. You can grow in your home for your own use. You can grow in a state-licensed facility for sale in a state-licensed shop. What you can't do is grow in an unlicensed manner for sale. As for Joe B.: This isn't even about the league's policy on marijuana usage, which seems a bit ridiculous in today's day in age. That would be "today's day and age." I know, I know ... picky. But if you want to write for a living, learn how to write.
CardinalScotts Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 Pot is not addicting unlike alcohol and tobacco. Do you call people who drink and smoke losers also? non addicting ? really and Dareus can't stop to the point it's costing him 3 million - 3 MILLION dollars and has gone into rehab. but it's harmless
Andrew Son Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 non addicting ? really and Dareus can't stop to the point it's costing him 3 million - 3 MILLION dollars and has gone into rehab. but it's harmless Oh, so addiction is the only reason someone does something stupid?
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