Adam Schefter reports Marshall suspended 3 games. 2 if he undergoes counseling

[Italianmobstr7]

Apparently on NFL Network Adam Schefter reported that Commissioner Roger Goodell will make the official announcement sometime in the next 2 days. Marshall will be suspended for 3 games. The suspension will be reduced to a 2 game suspension if he undergoes league mandated counseling.

Adam Schefter of NFL Network, who was doing double duty on Sunday night as the sideline reporter for NBC’s coverage of the Hall of Fame game, reports that Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall will be suspended three games by the NFL for violation of the Personal Conduct Policy.

Per Schefter, the suspension will be cut to two games if Marshall agrees to undergo counseling, presumably for anger management.

Marshall will be permitted to continue practicing with the team until the week before the first regular-season game.

This freaking sucks. Marshall should not be suspended, IMO. I hope that we can still beat the Raiders without him (which I think we can), because it would suck if we started the season 0-2. Without Marshall against the Chargers, our chances of beating them in week 2 are seriously diminished.

[UnderArmour]

We dodged a major bullet here. Looking at what happened with other players around the league(Sauerbrun), this very well could have been a 4 game suspension.

[Nature Boy]

Wow! that is a deal. Hurry up and take it.

[TimBuff10]

This freaking sucks. Marshall should not be suspended, IMO. I hope that we can still beat the Raiders without him (which I think we can), because it would suck if we started the season 0-2. Without Marshall against the Chargers, our chances of beating them in week 2 are seriously diminished.

Two things...

1) Marshall should not have put himself in the situation to potentially get arrested. IMO, 2 games and a class is getting off easy.

2) Brandon Marshall will not be the difference in beating the Raiders, maybe the Chargers but after hearing all about our depth at WR, I am looking forward to seeing several targets out there for Cutler instead of one.

[weazel]

heres hoping he doesnt get caught doing something stupid yet again

[Lonestar]

heres hoping he doesnt get caught doing something stupid yet again

this is one post I completely agree with..

Lets hope that he does not do something stupid whether he gets caught or not..

[fcspikeit]

We dodged a major bullet here. Looking at what happened with other players around the league(Sauerbrun), this very well could have been a 4 game suspension.

I agree!

It could have been a lot worse, I just hope Marshall cleans up his act. I have a hard time rooting for thugs. I'm not saying Marshall is a thug but as far as I'm concerned, the verdict is still out.. I want to see his name on NFLN for scoring TD's instead of getting into trouble.

Beings the NFLN never seems to cover the Broncos, I suspect if it wasn't for the bad news we would never here anything about the Broncos, but I can live with that...

[broncosfanscott]

First it totally suck that he will miss the first two games which are divisional games. Second, I expected something and am happy it is only two. He should be happy he can get one game reduced by going to counseling because I have never heard a player get a deal like that before.

This better be the last time I hear him doing anything STUPID and getting suspended for it. At least this will give Royal some time to show what he can do.

[Midnight Blue]

So he gets almost as much of a league sanction as Chris Henry? That's BS. FWIW, I had already lost all respect for Goodell as league commissioner due to his multiple, overt efforts to sweep the Pats' "Spygate" scandal under the rug in order to avoid handing down anything more than a tepid slap on the wrist.

[atwater27]

3 games it is. You reap what you sow. No need to sugarcoat it or make excuses or especially accuse Goodell of favoritism. That kind of talk is just straight up ludicrous.

[Midnight Blue]

3 games it is. You reap what you sow. No need to sugarcoat it or make excuses or especially accuse Goodell of favoritism. That kind of talk is just straight up ludicrous.

Yanno, I'd have no criticism of the suspension if the announcement came on the heels of a conviction re: the DUI (but what if he's acquitted? ???). But currently, Brandon's been found guilty of nothing. So... the question in my mind is... is he subject to another suspension if the jury finds him guilty? Or does this suspension cover everything that he has been accused of to date including the recent traffic infraction?

What bothers me about the whole deal is that Marshawn Lynch wasn't suspended/sanctioned at all.

[jrelway]

**edit**. oh well, could've been worse. (thank you rod smith) would of been nice to have him for the SD game. hope this woke his ass up.

[Northman]

heres hoping he doesnt get caught doing something stupid yet again

If not, he may need some of your Black Keys. :laugh:

[Northman]

Yanno, I'd have no criticism of the suspension if the announcement came on the heels of a conviction re: the DUI (but what if he's acquitted? ???). But currently, Brandon's been found guilty of nothing. So... the question in my mind is... is he subject to another suspension if the jury finds him guilty? Or does this suspension cover everything that he has been accused of to date including the recent traffic infraction?

What bothers me about the whole deal is that Marshawn Lynch wasn't suspended/sanctioned at all.

Different circumstances for different people. We dont sit in on those meetings so its pretty sad that we would all spectulate as too what was involved in every one of those senarios. Adam Jones just showed a blatant disregard to anything the Commish has told him and ended up sitting out a year. Same with Henry. Neither one of those guys can stay out of trouble. Convictions really have nothing to do with it because the other 85% of the league doesnt get into the kind of trouble that some of these guys do on a regular basis. And yes, i believe the suspension is because of the AMOUNT of trouble that he is finding, not just a DUI.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Truthfully now that i think about it....It should be okay as far as the team goes since we get 4 weeks or whatever to game plan without him.

We have plenty depth at the position so with a strong rushing attack and a great QB like Cutler and the fact that were @ HOME. I think we will be fine. Goodell is still a *****.

I guarantee we still kick the Chargers ass though.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Yanno, I'd have no criticism of the suspension if the announcement came on the heels of a conviction re: the DUI (but what if he's acquitted? ???). But currently, Brandon's been found guilty of nothing. So... the question in my mind is... is he subject to another suspension if the jury finds him guilty? Or does this suspension cover everything that he has been accused of to date including the recent traffic infraction?

What bothers me about the whole deal is that Marshawn Lynch wasn't suspended/sanctioned at all.

Thats what im saying!! Marshawn Lynch is guilty of a hit and run while he was drunk. Didnt get punished for nothing.

Matt Jones felony drugs with him and only gets 4 games.

Patriots OL....300 Illegal oxy cotten pills. FBI on his case and has not been suspended yet.

Goodell is just so inconsistant its not funny. When he first started out i thought he was doing some good trying to put his foot down.

Its looking like he has put his foot down n some deep shit and it stinks.

Marshall DUI that he has not been convicted of and he gets suspended.

I still hate Goodell. Worst thing thats happened to the NFL.

[Tned]

So he gets almost as much of a league sanction as Chris Henry? That's BS. FWIW, I had already lost all respect for Goodell as league commissioner due to his multiple, overt efforts to sweep the Pats' "Spygate" scandal under the rug in order to avoid handing down anything more than a tepid slap on the wrist.

Yes, I am torn on this. On the one hand he has done some stupid things (DUI, pulling his car in behind his girlfriends cap and being arrested for 'imprisonment', etc.), but when you consider people get only 4 games for failing multiple drug tests (two failures I believe) along with some other suspensions, non-suspensions that have taken place, it seems this is a bit over the top.

The other factor is whether or not Marshall is shooting straight about the ex-girlfriend being out to destroy him. The problem is there probably is a tone that we don't know about.

[claymore]

As a dude, I think counseling is a waste of time in most cases. But He does have anger issues, and if this helps for years to come, well I can take the 2 games.

[Northman]

As a dude, I think counseling is a waste of time in most cases. But He does have anger issues, and if this helps for years to come, well I can take the 2 games.

Probably, but if he declines the counseling that would pretty much tell me all i need to know about Brandons future as a NFL player.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Yes, I am torn on this. On the one hand he has done some stupid things (DUI, pulling his car in behind his girlfriends cap and being arrested for 'imprisonment', etc.), but when you consider people get only 4 games for failing multiple drug tests (two failures I believe) along with some other suspensions, non-suspensions that have taken place, it seems this is a bit over the top.

The other factor is whether or not Marshall is shooting straight about the ex-girlfriend being out to destroy him. The problem is there probably is a tone that we don't know about.

Whats the first thing a hoodrat does when her BF makes it big time? You know about her asking him " When are you going to propose to me" right?

Whats the first thing a hoodrat does when a guy who they was with who is on the road to riches and cut her off?

She loses her mind and tryes to throw as many things as possible at him.

There might be some crap we dont know but trust me I know hoodrats all too well from way to many experiences.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Probably, but if he declines the counseling that would pretty much tell me all i need to know about Brandons future as a NFL player.

Hes going to take the classes because that wipes out a game of the suspension. Im sure he wants to get back on the field asap.

I hate Goodell. << Had nothing to do with your post. :lol:

[MOtorboat]

Different circumstances for different people. We dont sit in on those meetings so its pretty sad that we would all spectulate as too what was involved in every one of those senarios. Adam Jones just showed a blatant disregard to anything the Commish has told him and ended up sitting out a year. Same with Henry. Neither one of those guys can stay out of trouble. Convictions really have nothing to do with it because the other 85% of the league doesnt get into the kind of trouble that some of these guys do on a regular basis. And yes, i believe the suspension is because of the AMOUNT of trouble that he is finding, not just a DUI.

And keep in mind that Pacman has never been convicted of anything...

[Northman]

Hes going to take the classes because that wipes out a game of the suspension. Im sure he wants to get back on the field asap.

I hate Goodell. << Had nothing to do with your post. :lol:

Yea, i know you dont care for him. I think he should take the class to try and better himself. But even if it is just to cut one game down from his suspension at least it would SHOW that he gives a damn. And right now, his image needs all the help it can get.

[Northman]

And keep in mind that Pacman has never been convicted of anything...

Exactly. I think what Goodell is trying to show is that people can make mistakes (Lynch) but when you constantly find trouble whether your the reason or not it shows a pattern of behavior that Goodell doesnt want associated with the NFL. It doesnt take a lot to make me shocked but when Jones met with Goodell after having a couple of issues already and then the next morning was arrested at yet another strip club all i could do was laugh. You just cant be that stupid as a player and not expect someone to show you the door for good or temporarily.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Yea, i know you dont care for him. I think he should take the class to try and better himself. But even if it is just to cut one game down from his suspension at least it would SHOW that he gives a damn. And right now, his image needs all the help it can get.

I really dont think his image is that bad though, Hes actually a good guy who was just caught in a bad relationship. Those type of relationships leave the house with you. As i said earlier its almost like after awhile you start to feel like drama and chaos is normal.

Thats never good. m just glad the hoodrat is out of his life. From here on out everything is on his shoulders.

[MOtorboat]

I really dont think his image is that bad though, Hes actually a good guy who was just caught in a bad relationship. Those type of relationships leave the house with you. As i said earlier its almost like after awhile you start to feel like drama and chaos is normal.

Thats never good. m just glad the hoodrat is out of his life. From here on out everything is on his shoulders.

That's not how most of the football world views it...

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Exactly. I think what Goodell is trying to show is that people can make mistakes (Lynch) but when you constantly find trouble whether your the reason or not it shows a pattern of behavior that Goodell doesnt want associated with the NFL. It doesnt take a lot to make me shocked but when Jones met with Goodell after having a couple of issues already and then the next morning was arrested at yet another strip club all i could do was laugh. You just cant be that stupid as a player and not expect someone to show you the door for good or temporarily.

Understandable but what about Chris Henry who is coming off a a year or 8 game suspension? Dude goes and finds more trouble and only gets 4 games. What in the world is that about with Goodell? SHouldnt Henry had got a year this tme? Goodell waited untill Henry was proven NOT GUILTY and gave him a lesser penalty.

He jumped the gun with Brandon though.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

That's not how most of the football world views it...

His teammates do though. And to be honest there the only ones who matter. The Broncos are the underdogs of the NFL.

The media and everybody else hates us. We walk alone. But we will walk tall this year.

[MOtorboat]

His teammates do though. And to be honest there the only ones who matter. The Broncos are the underdogs of the NFL.

The media and everybody else hates us. We walk alone. But we will walk tall this year.

OK...whatever. Its not worth arguing with you, but trust me...that is not how this situation is viewed. And that's exactly why he got a suspension.

[Northman]

Understandable but what about Chris Henry who is coming off a a year or 8 game suspension? Dude goes and finds more trouble and only gets 4 games. What in the world is that about with Goodell? SHouldnt Henry had got a year this tme? Goodell waited untill Henry was proven NOT GUILTY and gave him a lesser penalty.

He jumped the gun with Brandon though.

I dont know, thats why i say every situation is different for each player. I have no idea how Goodell decides his punishments. But im still glad that he isnt sitting by and letting them run rampant either. I think it only fair to give Goodell some time to find the right method to his madness. He is learning as we all are right now. The most important thing for any player is for them to be accountable and keep themselves out of trouble. If guys like Marshall can do that then they have nothing to worry about. Life isnt fair thats one thing i learned a long time ago.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

I hope a report comes out today or tomorrow that says he wil get suspended for 2 games with the option of getting 1 removed. I still want to see him pla vs the Chargers @ home.

[tomjonesrocks]

Is Marshall even going to be 100% injury-wise that early in the season anyway?
Unsure it's not for the best he's going to get some more time to rest.

And Chargers were/are all but a sure loss anyway that early in the season.

Suspension could have easily been longer.

[Jwalk - JayCutty6Goes - CasinoRoyal]

Is Marshall even going to be 100% injury-wise that early in the season anyway?
Unsure it's not for the best he's going to get some more time to rest.

And Chargers were/are all but a sure loss anyway that early in the season.

Suspension could have easily been longer.

Hes catching one handed passes with the right hand, Giving hard high fives with the right hand.

I assume the hand is fine right now and the season has not started yet. I think Marshall is going to be pissed when he gets back on the field though.

Goodluck Saints.....With that horrible secondary they have.:lol:

[tubby]

How many times has Marshall been arrested?

[lex]

I dont think this is all bad for couple of reasons: 1) While you could maybe make the case that he should not be suspended, its also easy to look at it and say it could have been worse; 2) By not having Marshall it could hurt but it could also pay dividends in the long run in that it will allow someone else to emerge. Quite honestly, one of the concerns I have is that we're overreliant on Marshall and this dovetails with the other concern I have about Jay locking onto receivers.

[BigDaddyBronco]

I just hope this gets Marshall's attention. If you act like a dumbass you will not be able to play football. If you have a woman issue, get away from it. Paying her off now is a lot better than losing your career.

Maybe if he goes and gets some counseling it would help him be a better human.

[pnbronco]

That's not how most of the football world views it...

When I was in Tahoe there was a lot of talk about Goodell's policy. Sterling Sharp said something really interesting, like "it doesn't matter what kind of rules were imposed when I played because I don't drink and drive, I never did drugs and when I played I put all my energy into the job of being a football player".

I would talk to other people about being from Denver and they would say you have that really talented WR but he always seems to be in trouble. I think Goodell is trying to give Brandon a serious wake up call. I'm not really sure he can see his part in everything so it's hard to say if the counseling will help at this stage of his life. I just hope Rod can turn the lights on about accountability and what it takes to make it in the NFL both on and off the field.

[Lonestar]

Goodell is making a stand whether it is right or wrong that is how it is.

Time to get over it because there is NO APPEAL..

Those that hate the guy for doing his job your wrong.. HE has infinitely more facts about what happened than you will ever have.. He has based his decision on those facts..

The rules CLEARLY state he can imposed punishment for things that appears to hurt the image of the NFL Whether found guilty or NOT.. EVERY rookie hears this in the symposiums BEFORE they take the field.. IIRC right after the draft..

Now if Marshall is to stupid to listen and learn from that, then its time for him to Man up and handle this the only way he can and still have a career in the NFL..


Goodell does not have a Woodie for DEN nor is he in bed with NE..

REMEMBER folks has at his disposal a whole lot more facts on this stuff than you will ever know..

Time to move on and be glad if Marshall does not get more than 3-1 for good behavior..

If you do not like how Goodell is doing his job write every NFL owner and tell them because they seem to be very pleased in the way he is working for them.

[Denver Native (Carol)]

According to the following, no decision has been made yet, at least at the time this was posted on cbs4 site:

http://cbs4denver.com/broncos/brandon.marshall.goodell.2.786854.html

Report: Broncos' Marshall To Be Suspended 3 Games

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall will reportedly receive a three game suspension from the NFL for his violation of the personal conduct policy, the NFL Network's Adam Shefter reported Sunday night.

The report said the suspension could be reduced to two games if Marshall, who has had three arrests in 17 months, agrees to undergo counseling. He has also had other off-field incidents.

An official decision on Marshall's punishment is expected as early as Monday.

A league source Sunday night told the Rocky Mountain News Marshall had not been notified. The league also said no decision has yet been made, according to a second Rocky source.

If suspended, Marshall can keep practicing with the team until the week before the first regular-season game.

[NightTrainLayne]

Hes catching one handed passes with the right hand, Giving hard high fives with the right hand.

I assume the hand is fine right now and the season has not started yet. I think Marshall is going to be pissed when he gets back on the field though.

Goodluck Saints.....With that horrible secondary they have.:lol:

Giving a "hard" high-five is hardly a clinical analysis of potential nerve damage or his ability to catch balls.

It seems he is progressing well, but I wouldn't draw too many conclusions yet. It doesn't take any nerve input from the hand to give a high five.

[tubby]

How many times has Marshall been arrested?

[Northman]

3 times off the top of my head.

[tubby]

According to the following, no decision has been made yet, at least at the time this was posted on cbs4 site:

http://cbs4denver.com/broncos/brandon.marshall.goodell.2.786854.html

Report: Broncos' Marshall To Be Suspended 3 Games

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall will reportedly receive a three game suspension from the NFL for his violation of the personal conduct policy, the NFL Network's Adam Shefter reported Sunday night.

The report said the suspension could be reduced to two games if Marshall, who has had three arrests in 17 months, agrees to undergo counseling. He has also had other off-field incidents.

An official decision on Marshall's punishment is expected as early as Monday.

A league source Sunday night told the Rocky Mountain News Marshall had not been notified. The league also said no decision has yet been made, according to a second Rocky source.

If suspended, Marshall can keep practicing with the team until the week before the first regular-season game.

Holding out hope...............

Zero games!!! :D

[NightTrainLayne]

Anybody else get the feeling that the NFL is floating/leaking some possibilities to get some feedback and see if they're being "fair"?

I sure do. Not a terrible idea to tell you the truth.

Otherwise, Shefter is losing his magic touch. 4-8, becomes 3 with possibility of 2, now no decision made yet.

[Stargazer]

Disappointed with the decision. Of'course he's taking the counseling and will be out 2 games. Shanahan will kick him in the nads if he doesn't show up for it.

The truth is I fear an 0-2 start. He's a huge weapon on offense for this team. So far I'm not buying the WR depth of Colbert/Jackson, and Royal making a huge impact at WR this year. The guy is just a rookie. And how often do rookie WR's make a big impact as a rook playing WR?

No Marshall for two games is going to really hurt the passing offense.

[Lonestar]

Giving a "hard" high-five is hardly a clinical analysis of potential nerve damage or his ability to catch balls.

It seems he is progressing well, but I wouldn't draw too many conclusions yet. It doesn't take any nerve input from the hand to give a high five.


Had back surgery years ago and with ZERO feeling in my left leg before the operation.. After wards I had about fifty percent feeling in my leg, plus total control of being able to urinate and bowel control..

Over the next 8 months or so got all of my leg function back except that of my big toe, the one next to it and the top of the foot and the inside part of the ball of the foot is asleep all the time.. I have some feeling but is is tingling all the time..

Time heals most wounds.. him having a couple more weeks to heal up does not hurt much other than game time conditioning. AND free time to get into more trouble..

[Benetto]

Goodell must have been the red-headed step child everyone hated when he was younger....Now he's power tripping like a V bulletin moderator..:tsk:

Serve the 2 games Brandon, and get your shit straight man...No more BS.

[Lonestar]

Goodell must have been the red-headed step child everyone hated when he was younger....Now he's power tripping like a V bulletin moderator..:tsk:

Serve the 2 games Brandon, and get your shit straight man...No more BS.


I know that your not talking about TOP like that so it must be Carol. She is way to nice to be talked about like that.. ;)

But your correct about Marshall he need to get the fear of God in his life..

[Northman]

Goodell must have been the red-headed step child everyone hated when he was younger....Now he's power tripping like a V bulletin moderator..:tsk:




Dont make me bring down the law on you. :D

[Benetto]

I love all of you guys so much....You know that was a tongue in cheek thing.:beer:

I used to be a Mod myself....

[Northman]

I love all of you guys so much....You know that was a tongue in cheek thing.:beer:

I used to be a Mod myself....


Absolutely. Which is why i have to make an example out of you yet again.









Jk :lol::beer:

[weazel]

No doubt. Next time I buy a used car, I'm bringing Rod Smith with me.

tell him to bring me a pizza

[NameUsedBefore]

I demand punch and pie,

http://www.broncosforums.com/forums/showpost.php?p=321972&postcount=18

[OMorange&blue]

How many times has Marshall been arrested?

define "been"

[Bronco9798]

Disappointed with the decision. Of'course he's taking the counseling and will be out 2 games. Shanahan will kick him in the nads if he doesn't show up for it.

The truth is I fear an 0-2 start. He's a huge weapon on offense for this team. So far I'm not buying the WR depth of Colbert/Jackson, and Royal making a huge impact at WR this year. The guy is just a rookie. And how often do rookie WR's make a big impact as a rook playing WR?

No Marshall for two games is going to really hurt the passing offense.

Yeah but it could of been 3 or 4. At least he gets it in and gets it over with. At least the NFL acted now and not when we are in a stretch run towards the end of the season. It could be worse.

[MOtorboat]

Yeah but it could of been 3 or 4. At least he gets it in and gets it over with. At least the NFL acted now and not when we are in a stretch run towards the end of the season. It could be worse.

You mean like if his DUI trial doesn't go so well?

[Benetto]

Yeah but it could of been 3 or 4. At least he gets it in and gets it over with. At least the NFL acted now and not when we are in a stretch run towards the end of the season. It could be worse.


Where've you been K-man? Hope all is great dude.

[Bronco9798]

Where've you been K-man? Hope all is great dude.

I've been in and out. Just not posting much during the off-season. You doing ok? Haven't talked to you in awhile!

[red98]

You mean like if his DUI trial doesn't go so well?

Just an FWI. The DUI is irrelevant to any suspension. The max penalty for a 1st DUI is a fine, per the CBA. In fact Marshall may still be fined if he is convicted this september.

[MOtorboat]

Just an FWI. The DUI is irrelevant to any suspension. The max penalty for a 1st DUI is a fine, per the CBA. In fact Marshall may still be fined if he is convicted this september.

Doesn't the CBA only really refer to the alcohol/drug program, and not the Goodell code of conduct? I could be wrong, but that was my understanding.

[Bronco9798]

Doesn't the CBA only really refer to the alcohol/drug program, and not the Goodell code of conduct? I could be wrong, but that was my understanding.

I think Goodell has good intentions. He's doing all he can to keep the NFL from having the NBA reputation. At least he's trying to keep these young guys in line with some type of discipline if they start getting getting out of hand. He can't be with them and baby sit them so he's doing what he can. I salute him for at least trying.

[Benetto]

I've been in and out. Just not posting much during the off-season. You doing ok? Haven't talked to you in awhile!

Been alright...Same shit different forum...

[red98]

Doesn't the CBA only really refer to the alcohol/drug program, and not the Goodell code of conduct? I could be wrong, but that was my understanding.


Some things are covered directly by the CBA.Outside of that he has wide latitude. Besides DUI, there is also traffic offenses which a player may not be punished for. (ie Marshawn Lynch)

[broncogirl7]

I think the suspension is fair and gives him a chance to show effort by getting counseling and decreasing his suspension to two weeks.

[Magnificent Seven]

I wouldn't worry about Brandon Marshall. We have Brandon Stokley, Keary Colbert, Darrell Jackson, Glenn Martinez, and Eddie Royal. They are all good receivers. I can tell that Eddie Royal will surprise everyone.

[BigDaddyBronco]

Some things are covered directly by the CBA.Outside of that he has wide latitude. Besides DUI, there is also traffic offenses which a player may not be punished for. (ie Marshawn Lynch)
Marshawn Lynch got off scott free. :tsk:

[omac]

I wouldn't worry about Brandon Marshall. We have Brandon Stokley, Keary Colbert, Darrell Jackson, Glenn Martinez, and Eddie Royal. They are all good receivers. I can tell that Eddie Royal will surprise everyone.

Agree, except for Martinez. He dropped a few very makeable catches last season. I think he's strictly a special teams player.

[tubby]

I don't think he is going to be suspended at all. :cool:

[NightTrainLayne]

I don't think he is going to be suspended at all. :cool:

Tubby, you're bull-headed optimism is to be comended.

I'll never forget you for defending Big-Hoss until the bitter end.

[tubby]

Tubby, you're bull-headed optimism is to be comended.

I'll never forget you for defending Big-Hoss until the bitter end.

It was a false positive. :D

[NightTrainLayne]

It was a false positive. :D

Well, yes, of course it was.

[broncobryce]

Can you believe the Chargers luck? They play Carolina without steve smith, then they play us without Brandon Marshall. That's okay, we still have scheffler and royal

[tubby]

I think right now the commish is researching this nappy headed hoe that has been chasing Marshall around trying to ruin his life. Even Rodger knows you can't make a hoe a house wife. I don't think he holds it against him.

[ChampSB3233]

It's official.
Three games, can be reduced to two with counseling.

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/news/2008/aug/05/brandon-marshall-suspended/

Guess Schefter was right on again.

[BroncoJoe]

Well, that sucks. I was holding out hope that Goodell would be a bit lenient, but guess not.

[Bronco9798]

Not like it's a big surprise. But at least its official now.

[MOtorboat]

Not like it's a big surprise. But at least its official now.

Yup...I'm still trying to figure out how he made a ruling on the Brett Favre thing in two days, but took three weeks to decide on Marshall...

I guess there was probably more legal things to review, I would imagine...

Glad we know what the suspension is now, so we can move on to the preseason games...

[claymore]

Well, that sucks. I was holding out hope that Goodell would be a bit lenient, but guess not.
This kid needs to sit on the sideline and reflect. I hope we do good-to- great without him.. Make him think. Im sure exceptions have been made for him his whole sports life. And he needs to pay the piper.

[pnbronco]

This kid needs to sit on the sideline and reflect. I hope we do good-to- great without him.. Make him think. Im sure exceptions have been made for him his whole sports life. And he needs to pay the piper.

Clay I so hope this gets his attention. At least it's official and now they know what they have to work with. Also I can't be;oeve how right on Schefter is, does he have bugs everywhere?

[Timmy!]

Could have been worse.

[Lonestar]

Yup...I'm still trying to figure out how he made a ruling on the Brett Favre thing in two days, but took three weeks to decide on Marshall...

I guess there was probably more legal things to review, I would imagine...

Glad we know what the suspension is now, so we can move on to the preseason games...

lets see Farve and his every 6 minute updates on every sports channel or radio station form here to Alpha Centuri or Marshall from DEN that the rest of the football world think is in Siberia..

Farve who need a ruling now for the sake of a training camp or Marshall who does not effect anything till SEP..

I think I see the reasoning in taking the Farve case up first..

I'm just glad he did not nuke him for 8 games..

[Lonestar]

This kid needs to sit on the sideline and reflect. I hope we do good-to- great without him.. Make him think. I'm sure exceptions have been made for him his whole sports life. And he needs to pay the piper.

That is part of the problem HE can't set on the sidelines he has to be away from the clubhouse, team practice etc.. Leaving the devil available for idle minds..

Lets hope that Rod can baby sit him for that time frame drive him to counseling, bring him home at night and tuck him into bed..

Otherwise the mind is the Devils workshop..

[Lonestar]

Clay I so hope this gets his attention. At least it's official and now they know what they have to work with. Also I can't be;oeve how right on Schefter is, does he have bugs everywhere?

He works for the NFL He is a good reporter and I'm guessing that the teams have been "advised" to give him access. It is in their best interest to make the NFL network profitable..

Where do you think the owners want fans to go for sports info especially about the NFL.. ESPN or sports illustrated.. they have a vested interest into making money on the network..

He has to have access that no one else can have to be respected.