Quote of the Day:

"I just pray that this can be changed. This is not fair for him. It's just not fair."
Deborah Jones, in response to her son, Pacman Jones', one year suspension from the NFL.

Yup, that seems about right. Ten interviews with police and five arrests in two years, the last one resulting from his involvement in a scuffle that left a man paralyzed after being shot. I think it's definitely unfair that he should be held even remotely responsible for his actions. In fact, let's give him a raise, mom. I mean, he's only paid roughly $1.25 million a year, that's rough. I feel terrible for him.

In all honesty, I do feel bad, mostly because this guy is a complete waste of talent. He's brilliant on the field and off the field is surrounded by thugs on one side and family on the other and neither seems interested in helping him see he is the one that must change. I'm glad that the NFL is taking this seriously and dealing with him. Too many athletes just throw their talents down the drain in the pursuit of their own egos. Seriously, Terrell Owens could break all of Jerry Rice's records if he even cared. Pacman Jones could be one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL if he kept out of trouble. Instead, now his team must also pay the price for his actions.

This is why we need community so badly. This is why we need people who will hold us to a higher standard rather than let us waste away in mediocrity. This is why we need a savior to challenge us to live not for ourselves. Easier said than done but I hope Pacman finds his way.