The Dark Side of the NFL: When Heroes Fall
As I sat in my living room, watching the latest NFL game, I couldn’t help but think about the recent allegations against Brandon McManus, the former Jacksonville Jaguars kicker. Two female flight attendants have accused him of sexual assault on a flight to London last year. The allegations are disturbing, to say the least.
“It bears emphasizing that we insist on an organization built by people who represent our community and game with the highest character and class,” the Jaguars said in a statement.
The women, who were working on the flight, claim that McManus rubbed himself against them and grinded against them during the flight. One of the women even alleges that he tried to kiss her while she was seated during a period of turbulence. The allegations are serious, and the consequences could be severe.
A disturbing trend in the NFL
The NFL has a history of dealing with players who have been accused of sexual misconduct. From Deshaun Watson to Ben Roethlisberger, the list goes on. It’s a disturbing trend that needs to be addressed.
The Jaguars have released a statement saying they are looking into the allegations, but it’s hard not to wonder if they knew about McManus’ behavior before. The team’s statement seems to suggest that they are committed to building an organization with high character and class, but actions speak louder than words.
The NFL needs to take responsibility for its players’ actions
McManus has denied the allegations, calling them “absolutely fictitious and demonstrably false.” His attorney, Brett Gallaway, has also released a statement saying that the lawsuit is an extortion attempt. However, the allegations are serious, and they need to be taken seriously.
The NFL needs to take responsibility for its players’ actions. It’s not enough to just condemn the behavior; they need to take concrete steps to prevent it from happening in the first place. The league needs to create a safe environment for everyone involved, from the players to the staff to the fans.
The NFL needs to do better
As I finished watching the game, I couldn’t help but think about the impact that these allegations have on the NFL’s reputation. The league needs to do better. It needs to take responsibility for its players’ actions and create a safe environment for everyone involved.
The allegations against Brandon McManus are disturbing, but they’re not an isolated incident. The NFL needs to take a hard look at itself and make some serious changes. Until then, the league will continue to struggle with its reputation.
