Bengals aren't the only professional "thugs"

[agreen_112]

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Like I've said before, the Bengals aren't the only professional athlete's who smoke weed, carrry guns, ect. ect. You guys would really be surprised at the amount of professional athletes that smoke weed. This is a good example of what is really going on in professional sports. Strip clubs are very common for these guys to attend. They carry guns for protection from things just like this, which is probably why Henry got a slap on the wrist in Florida.

[DC_Bengals_Fan]

http://broadband.zoomtown.com/news/read.ph...LARSDCCLM_UNEWS

Like I've said before, the Bengals aren't the only professional athlete's who smoke weed, carrry guns, ect. ect. You guys would really be surprised at the amount of professional athletes that smoke weed. This is a good example of what is really going on in professional sports. Strip clubs are very common for these guys to attend. They carry guns for protection from things just like this, which is probably why Henry got a slap on the wrist in Florida.

Gee, when you put it that way, it sounds perfectly reasonable to get stoned and carry an illegally concealed weapon into an incredibly dangerous place. Sign me up.

Henry got a slap on the wrist because our justice system is a joke, and it wants to make sure that recidivist felons get every opportunity to kill someone. Or in Leonard Little's case, someone *else*.

[agreen_112]

All I'm saying is that what they do off the field is their own business. I love football and want to watch football players play football. If OJ can get away with Murder than Henry should be allowed to play football. Its f**king simple. Why they came after Odell in the first place is bulls**t. absolutely bulls**t! There's tons of other players in the NFL who smoke weed and nothing happens to them.

[ShulaSteakhouse]

So it's okay to fail drugs tests that everyone else has to take, get DUI's and break the law and wave guns in public - and there should be exceptions made for Odell and Henry, just because you think they should be excluded from rules every other player in the league is bound by?

Many pro athletes are absolute jerks, womanizers, and sleaze balls when it comes down to it - hell even Ken Griffey Jr. cheats on his wife from what I've heard (knowingly w/his HS girlfriend).

But I don't think it's too much to ask, for them to pass drug tests and avoid getting arrested so that they can play on Sundays.

I think you're missing the point Agreen.

People are "hating" on Odell and Henry because they are hurting the team by not being able to play due to their unlawful and rule-breaking behavior. Not just because they "are thuggish types."

[MacD BengalFan]

So it's okay to fail drugs tests that everyone else has to take, get DUI's and break the law and wave guns in public - and there should be exceptions made for Odell and Henry, just because you think they should be excluded from rules every other player in the league is bound by?

Many pro athletes are absolute jerks, womanizers, and sleaze balls when it comes down to it - hell even Ken Griffey Jr. cheats on his wife from what I've heard (knowingly w/his HS girlfriend).

But I don't think it's too much to ask, for them to pass drug tests and avoid getting arrested so that they can play on Sundays.

I think you're missing the point Agreen.

People are "hating" on Odell and Henry because they are hurting the team by not being able to play due to their unlawful and rule-breaking behavior. Not just because they "are thuggish types."

Well said, Shula. Well said.

[BengalByTheBay]

I don't think anybody on here would be that surprised that pro athletes frequently get liquored-up or stoned, go to strip clubs a lot and often carry guns. However, the vast majority of these guys do so without getting clipped ever -- let alone repeatedly. I don't know about anybody else, and I'm hardly a "hater" on OT or Henry, but damn -- do this stuff without being so stupid. Henry especially is almost acting like he doesn't care at all about getting caught. That is not only self-destructive, but totally undermines any trust fans or the team can have in them not getting caught again. Anybody else a little concerned about the next 3 weekends for Henry? I know I am because of how he's "handled" himself this summer. That's not hating on him, it's being realistic.

[ArmyBengal]

All I want to see is a little common sense...

If you signed a million dollar+ contract and you can't call a cab when you are to druck to drive, you are a f*cking idiot plain and simple !!! All that tells me about Odell is he was driving his vehicle and wanted to show it off or wanted to be recognized. That obviously may not be the case, but the thought process just isn't there for these guys.

I love what they bring to the field, but hate how f*cking stupid they are !!! I wish like hell they would read some of these forums so they could read how people like me think they are the biggest f*cking retards in an NFL uniform... I'm sure they wouldn't care, but there it is, f*cking stupid !!!

WHODEY !!!

[HoosierCat]

So it's okay to fail drugs tests that everyone else has to take, get DUI's and break the law and wave guns in public - and there should be exceptions made for Odell and Henry, just because you think they should be excluded from rules every other player in the league is bound by?

Many pro athletes are absolute jerks, womanizers, and sleaze balls when it comes down to it - hell even Ken Griffey Jr. cheats on his wife from what I've heard (knowingly w/his HS girlfriend).

But I don't think it's too much to ask, for them to pass drug tests and avoid getting arrested so that they can play on Sundays.

I think you're missing the point Agreen.

People are "hating" on Odell and Henry because they are hurting the team by not being able to play due to their unlawful and rule-breaking behavior. Not just because they "are thuggish types."

Well said, Shula. Well said.

Seconded.

[bengalboomer7]

So it's okay to fail drugs tests that everyone else has to take, get DUI's and break the law and wave guns in public - and there should be exceptions made for Odell and Henry, just because you think they should be excluded from rules every other player in the league is bound by?

Many pro athletes are absolute jerks, womanizers, and sleaze balls when it comes down to it - hell even Ken Griffey Jr. cheats on his wife from what I've heard (knowingly w/his HS girlfriend).

But I don't think it's too much to ask, for them to pass drug tests and avoid getting arrested so that they can play on Sundays.

I think you're missing the point Agreen.

People are "hating" on Odell and Henry because they are hurting the team by not being able to play due to their unlawful and rule-breaking behavior. Not just because they "are thuggish types."

Well said, Shula. Well said.

Seconded.

Thirded(is that a word?) Let me add that I also resent this s**t. There are a couple of people at work who I wouldn't mind stomping on their face, and if I knew all I'd get out of is is vacation, I might stomp away.

[agreen_112]

Everyone keeps saying how henry is repedetly getting in trouble and doesn't "care". This is complete bs. What has he done? He pulled a gun out in self defense, and got a d.u.i. leaving a strip club. What's so wrong with that? Yeh a d.u.i. is irresponsible and dangerous, but i'm 99% sure that a professional athlete isn't going to drive when he's absolutely obliviated. He was slightly buzzed. Then you've got a girl, who we all know is lying, saying that he gave her alcohol. What else, he was in the car with Odell when he was driving d.u.i. I don't see the big deal, honestly. He's not out robbing, shooting, stealing, or by anyway commiting serious crimes. He's a 22-23 year old kid that is being a kid. Let him learn. 2 game suspension for this is bs.

[TJJackson]

People are "hating" on Odell and Henry because they are hurting the team by not being able to play due to their unlawful and rule-breaking behavior. Not just because they "are thuggish types."

Uh. fourth'ed? fifth'ed? whatever....right on the money

2 game suspension for this is bs.

Yep, I agree with you on this one point....because a 2 game suspension and a 20k fine was not nearly enough. Should have been 4-6 games, and a 50k fine. And Marvin should have fined him his check for the New England game for which he merely sat him (with full pay)

A colleague of mine pointed out that it's good he will not be going to Tampa Bay for the upcoming game....Tamp a is rife with the sort of distractions this particular fellow seems drawn to....and he doesn't seem to be well liked by law enforcement officials in Florida in general...with good reason. Its good that he'll be staying home.

[walshfan]

Everyone keeps saying how henry is repedetly getting in trouble and doesn't "care". This is complete bs. What has he done? He pulled a gun out in self defense, and got a d.u.i. leaving a strip club. What's so wrong with that? Yeh a d.u.i. is irresponsible and dangerous, but i'm 99% sure that a professional athlete isn't going to drive when he's absolutely obliviated. He was slightly buzzed. Then you've got a girl, who we all know is lying, saying that he gave her alcohol. What else, he was in the car with Odell when he was driving d.u.i. I don't see the big deal, honestly. He's not out robbing, shooting, stealing, or by anyway commiting serious crimes. He's a 22-23 year old kid that is being a kid. Let him learn. 2 game suspension for this is bs.

What has he done?/ Are you out of your mind?

Pulled a gun in self defense? sorry but I dont pull guns for any reason other than a B and E in my house.

DUI is DUI bud... Your pretty sure he only had a buzz.. Buzz can kill too friend....

The girl was underage regardless of her profile...

Your excuses for this idiot would be laughable if it wasnt sad..Sad that fans have to make excuses for a guy that apparently doesnt get it...

[agreen_112]

Everyone keeps saying how henry is repedetly getting in trouble and doesn't "care". This is complete bs. What has he done? He pulled a gun out in self defense, and got a d.u.i. leaving a strip club. What's so wrong with that? Yeh a d.u.i. is irresponsible and dangerous, but i'm 99% sure that a professional athlete isn't going to drive when he's absolutely obliviated. He was slightly buzzed. Then you've got a girl, who we all know is lying, saying that he gave her alcohol. What else, he was in the car with Odell when he was driving d.u.i. I don't see the big deal, honestly. He's not out robbing, shooting, stealing, or by anyway commiting serious crimes. He's a 22-23 year old kid that is being a kid. Let him learn. 2 game suspension for this is bs.

What has he done?/ Are you out of your mind?

Pulled a gun in self defense? sorry but I dont pull guns for any reason other than a B and E in my house.

DUI is DUI bud... Your pretty sure he only had a buzz.. Buzz can kill too friend....

The girl was underage regardless of her profile...

Your excuses for this idiot would be laughable if it wasnt sad..Sad that fans have to make excuses for a guy that apparently doesnt get it...

whatever, obviously the gun wasn't that big of a deal to the prosecutors i.e. "slap on the wrist". You just dont' want to see him get ahead, you'd probably love to see him locked up or booted off the team. SHE'S LYING by the way!

[ArmyBengal]

Agreen, you will not find a bigger supporter of Henry on this board than me in regards to his playmaking ability on the field. However, to dismiss what he has done off field is crazy. Henry is a f*cking moron who deserves to get his ass kicked. You made the comment you are 99% sure a professional athlete wouldn't drive absolutely obliviated and for that, I refer you to Odell !!! Dude, you said, "what's wrong with that" ?? C'mon now, that's just irresponsible at best...

WHODEY !!!

[sexywendy]

Everyone keeps saying how henry is repedetly getting in trouble and doesn't "care". This is complete bs. What has he done? He pulled a gun out in self defense, and got a d.u.i. leaving a strip club. What's so wrong with that? Yeh a d.u.i. is irresponsible and dangerous, but i'm 99% sure that a professional athlete isn't going to drive when he's absolutely obliviated. He was slightly buzzed. Then you've got a girl, who we all know is lying, saying that he gave her alcohol. What else, he was in the car with Odell when he was driving d.u.i. I don't see the big deal, honestly. He's not out robbing, shooting, stealing, or by anyway commiting serious crimes. He's a 22-23 year old kid that is being a kid. Let him learn. 2 game suspension for this is bs.

AGreen you are truly a pathetic person. Would it be alright if they would have killed somebody? Would you think they should play if they were slightly BUZZED and killed your mother? That type of stuff happens everyday!!!!

[aaronburr]

AGreen you are truly a pathetic person.

There's really no point in arguing with somebody who says "If OJ can get away with Murder than Henry should be allowed to play football. Its f**king simple."

What's simple is that there's no logic there whatsoever.

The sky is blue, so Henry isn't a complete tool. Whatever.

[agreen_112]

Everyone keeps saying how henry is repedetly getting in trouble and doesn't "care". This is complete bs. What has he done? He pulled a gun out in self defense, and got a d.u.i. leaving a strip club. What's so wrong with that? Yeh a d.u.i. is irresponsible and dangerous, but i'm 99% sure that a professional athlete isn't going to drive when he's absolutely obliviated. He was slightly buzzed. Then you've got a girl, who we all know is lying, saying that he gave her alcohol. What else, he was in the car with Odell when he was driving d.u.i. I don't see the big deal, honestly. He's not out robbing, shooting, stealing, or by anyway commiting serious crimes. He's a 22-23 year old kid that is being a kid. Let him learn. 2 game suspension for this is bs.

AGreen you are truly a pathetic person. Would it be alright if they would have killed somebody? Would you think they should play if they were slightly BUZZED and killed your mother? That type of stuff happens everyday!!!!

No what's pathetic is that your just a prude in raw form! Yeah it would be different if they killed someone, that's the f**king point dodo "THEY'RE NOT KILLING ANYONE", unlike Ray Lewis and OJ Simpson. Now show us your boobs!

[derekshank]

AGreen you are truly a pathetic person. Would it be alright if they would have killed somebody? Would you think they should play if they were slightly BUZZED and killed your mother? That type of stuff happens everyday!!!!

No what's pathetic is that your just a prude in raw form! Yeah it would be different if they killed someone, that's the f**king point dodo "THEY'RE NOT KILLING ANYONE", unlike Ray Lewis and OJ Simpson.

Ouch. The rare "dodo" insult.

Hey agreen? In this particular case, don't you think it is odd that it is you against the world? Usually when you are completely alone on a particular point of view, it means that said point of view is incorrect.

Fact: Henry should be in jail right now. If it were me, or you, or any other non-millionaire... we'd probably be in jail. But he's got NFL talent... and more importantly, NFL money that can give him more chances than the average person. The fact that the judicial system favors the rich doesn't mean Henry is a good guy. Even rich guys get only so many chances.

The reason for all the "prudes in raw form" is that not only does the buying your way to freedom piss most people off... but we also see all of Henry's potential that is currently going to waste (at least for 2 more games). Another mistake, and it will be longer. We're tired of the mistakes.

You've made it clear that you don't think his mistakes are a big deal... but your opinion isn't the one that matters. The NFL has already given it's opinion in the form of a 2-game suspension. The judicial system has also given it's opinion... and another mistake will land him in jail.

Sorry to be a prude... but it appears that the people who have the power to decide the fate of Chris Henry are also prudes.

[Kirkendall]

AGreen you are truly a pathetic person. Would it be alright if they would have killed somebody? Would you think they should play if they were slightly BUZZED and killed your mother? That type of stuff happens everyday!!!!

But he DIDNT kill anybody. And if we wanted to play in the worlds of "if", would it be nice if Joe Montana broke his leg on that final drive before throwing the scoring touchdown in the Super Bowl? Obviously, YES! But it's much more likely his mother will get hit from a drunken fool no where near Chris Henry, his family, his entourage, or the bar he was at that night. You're right Wendy, it happens everyday and it's ridiculous that we (and I mean you guys, not me) exclusively discuss Henry or Thurman while sitting at the bar getting loaded and the bad decisions these guys made -- no joke. Sorry our #3 receiver and middle linebacker are like us everyday normal folk and not some sunshine that smiles at the camera discussing family values. The act, yes, is bad. But don't single these two out neither.

You know all we need is ban the stuff and legalize so we can all chill the hell out!

[sexywendy]

Agreen why would I show you my boobs. Delusional homless faggots typing at the library dont get to see them. To me it sounds like you think its a racial issue,is that correct?

[agreen_112]

Agreen why would I show you my boobs. Delusional homless faggots typing at the library dont get to see them. To me it sounds like you think its a racial issue,is that correct?

yeah in a way I do feel like its racial. These kids are set up for failure already as it is, and once they make one or two mistakes people are ready to write them off, throw him away. Chris is not a trouble maker, although I do think that he has the worse luck possible. He's not doing anything different that hundreds of other professional athletes are doing. You've got to open your eyes and realize that. I come from a pretty bad lower class neighborhood, where I would run the streets and just act like a boy. Sports were everything but the drugs and alcohol were there too. I've seen a lot of s**t that most of you probably have never seen. But through all of that I was given an oppurtunity to do something and it straightened me out. You've got to work from the ground up in whatever it is that you do. I've already done more than I ever imagined I would do and I'm only 23. Chris will figure it out, He'll get it done and be one of the best WR to play in a Bengals uni.

[sexywendy]

Agreen why would I show you my boobs. Delusional homless faggots typing at the library dont get to see them. To me it sounds like you think its a racial issue,is that correct?

yeah in a way I do feel like its racial. These kids are set up for failure already as it is, and once they make one or two mistakes people are ready to write them off, throw him away. Chris is not a trouble maker, although I do think that he has the worse luck possible. He's not doing anything different that hundreds of other professional athletes are doing. You've got to open your eyes and realize that. I come from a pretty bad lower class neighborhood, where I would run the streets and just act like a boy. Sports were everything but the drugs and alcohol were there too. I've seen a lot of s**t that most of you probably have never seen. But through all of that I was given an oppurtunity to do something and it straightened me out. You've got to work from the ground up in whatever it is that you do. I've already done more than I ever imagined I would do and I'm only 23. Chris will figure it out, He'll get it done and be one of the best WR to play in a Bengals uni.

Why does he continue to put himself in these situations then? Race is an excuse,and as long as you have an excuse you will keep doing it. Did Chad grow up rich? Why dont all the black players who grow up poor do this? It seems to me if it was the way you grew up wouldnt the majority of people who grew up like Chris do what he does?

[derekshank]

Housh had a rougher upbringing than Henry. Last I checked he is also black. When's the last time we've heard anything about him getting into trouble?

He's matured. Henry hasn't yet. I'm not writing Henry off... but he's got to take a page out of Housh's book if he wants to continue playing.

[ArmyBengal]

Chris is not a trouble maker, although I do think that he has the worse luck possible

Worst luck possible ?? You mean he was unlucky when he got caught with a handgun, doing drugs, buying alcohol for minors, DUI, and other things ?? You sure it was unluck or was it STUPIDITY ?? Saying everyone else does it, does NOT make it ok for him to do it. Are we also expected to believe the old saying children use---> "Well, little Billy did it" (Sorry for the name use there Billy, but it is fitting) Henry is pathetic, as is Odell !!! I want to see them get help and right their personal ship, as I believe many here would like, but at the same time can't dismiss their actions either.

Act like a f*cking adult and accept responsibility for your own actions...

It doesn't matter where the f*ck you are from either, because they have been given EVERY opportunity in the world, so tell me another story...

WHODEY !!!

[agreen_112]

Chris is not a trouble maker, although I do think that he has the worse luck possible

Worst luck possible ?? You mean he was unlucky when he got caught with a handgun, doing drugs, buying alcohol for minors, DUI, and other things ?? You sure it was unluck or was it STUPIDITY ?? Saying everyone else does it, does NOT make it ok for him to do it. Are we also expected to believe the old saying children use---> "Well, little Billy did it" (Sorry for the name use there Billy, but it is fitting) Henry is pathetic, as is Odell !!! I want to see them get help and right their personal ship, as I believe many here would like, but at the same time can't dismiss their actions either.

Act like a f*cking adult and accept responsibility for your own actions...

It doesn't matter where the f*ck you are from either, because they have been given EVERY opportunity in the world, so tell me another story...

WHODEY !!!

Was your father around growing up Army? Mine was, which is probably the reason I have such a good head on my shoulders. I'd be willing to bet Chad's was too Wendy. I really don't get the impression that Chris's dad was around growing up. Try to imagine what that would be like as a boy... Housh on the other hand had a really good role model, which helped him to get into college. When houshmandzadeh first came here to cincy he was just as bad as Henry, but he never got caught. It was regular to see Housh downtown at the Ritz on the weekends getting blitzed.