Let's not shed too many tears about his story.

 

Some (but not all) athletes have been granted passes in order to allow them to pursue their pro careers.

 

He's really not facing much consequence at all, as he's still free to pursue his career.  Allen Iverson nearly killed a guy and was given a pass for it so it wouldn't interfere with his career path.  A punk like LeGarrett Blount wasn't held back from winning a ring.  Again, not every athlete is granted such a pass in order to pursue professional sports, but many do.

 

I don't care where he's drafted.  He should be thankful for his opportunity, and no one should feel "sorry" for him falling in the draft or losing a little money over it.  That's really no heavy consequence at all.

 

He should be counting his blessings, but instead his apologists are counting his benjamins.  <shrugs>

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