Look how many fines and suspensions in NFL already this year!

[AlwaysWrite]

Here's an interesting recap of the numerous fines and suspensions handed out by the NFL already this year. Anyone care to comment on this?

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/fines-suspensions/

 

[AlwaysWrite]

Of the 37 players listed, 27 are African-Americans. Now, shouldn't THAT be considered racist?

 

[Greg T.]

Of the 37 players listed, 27 are African-Americans. Now, shouldn't THAT be considered racist?

Well, no. Not when you consider that 70% of the NFL is black.

 

[AlwaysWrite]

Well, no. Not when you consider that 70% of the NFL is black.

... but 27 of 37 isn't a lot more than 70%, but it IS more than 70%.

 

[Greg T.]

... but 27 of 37 isn't a lot more than 70%, but it IS more than 70%.

Well, 73% is pretty close. But, you have a point

 

[AlwaysWrite]

Well, 73% is pretty close. But, you have a point

Dear Greg T:

The libs make "points" like that all the time, and many times, they make far more-ridiculous points.

 

[bbfreeburn]

Of the 37 players listed, 27 are African-Americans. Now, shouldn't THAT be considered racist?

Probably not, since it is in proportion to the relative numbers of each.
Oh, as to the increased numbers of ejections and fines, I think it has to do with the increased emphasis on targeting.

 

[AlwaysWrite]

Oh, as to the increased numbers of ejections and fines, I think it has to do with the increased emphasis on targeting.

Dear bbfreeburn:

I didn't say anything about INCREASED NUMBERS of ejections and fines. In fact, I haven't checked as to whether there's been an increase this year. Part of the reason I posted the link is so that the REASONS for the fines and suspensions would be listed.