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Originally Posted by Great Expectations
And btw you give Tyreek a pass because he scores touchdowns, don't act like it's fir any other reason.
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Did you see my posts, Mr. Mixon, about how I didn't approve of the Tyreek pick? I don't condone the actions of either.
Tyreek acted in the heat of passion, something that is well understood by many that have been in a heated argument with a spouse or loved one. I would say that there is no more of a volatile situation than arguing with a loved one. That doesn't mean I think Tyreek was in any way right, I just know that emotions can reach a point where you have to step away or you'll end up doing what Tyreek did. He's continued counseling and has done right so far, so I respect him for it but I don't forget what he's done. Scoring touchdowns is his job, and his job supports his son. I have more faith in Tyreek to continue the good path for that reason than I do for a player with no reason.
The Joe Mixon situation bothers me in a different way. The result is the same, he hit a woman. The reasons are not the same. Joe Mixon couldn't back away from a drunk college girl calling him names and blowing smoke at him. There's no inherent reason to become that heated in that situation. He has no emotional tie to this woman. While becoming upset would be a natural reaction, leaving the situation was easy. There's nothing between him and her that matters. He sought her out as much as she did him. He could have left after the altercation outside, yet follows her in. He threatens to hit her before she pushes/slaps him. That's a premeditation of sorts. Mixon received a similar punishment as Tyreek, but not quite as severe.
These aren't the same story unfolding. This isn't the Ray Rice story unfolding (more similar to Tyreek). Mixon scares me that he'll be a repeat offender given the basis for his out-lash. I'm not as apt to give this kid a second chance. I'm also of the belief that a franchise can only take on so many reclamation projects. Even one can implode, but you're asking for something to unravel if you continue to add this type of player to your roster. The Chiefs already have a firecracker in Marcus Peters that they've managed to tame to this point.
I've become much more apt to second chances, but Joe Mixon needs to find his elsewhere. Joe Mixon, if given the chance, is going to score TDs in the NFL just like Tyreek. Mixon is a talented player. It isn't about the TDs.