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		<title>Titans&#8217; Chris Johnson To Honor Sandy Hook Elementary Victims On MNF (Photo)</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 22:40:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Sanchez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Many professional athletes have shown their support of the Newtown, Connecticut community over the weekend by wearing tributes to all of the victims from Sandy Hook Elementary School. On Monday Night Football, Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson will become the latest player to show his support for the families in mourning. Johnson will be [...]</p><p><a href="http://nflspinzone.com/2012/12/17/titans-chris-johnson-to-honor-sandy-hook-elementary-victims-on-mnf-photo/">Titans&#8217; Chris Johnson To Honor Sandy Hook Elementary Victims On MNF (Photo)</a> - <a href="http://nflspinzone.com">NFL Spin Zone</a> - <a href="http://nflspinzone.com">NFL Spin Zone - A General NFL Blog providing you all the NFL News, Rumors, Updates, and National Football League News.</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many professional athletes have shown their support of the Newtown, Connecticut community over the weekend by wearing tributes to all of the victims from Sandy Hook Elementary School. On Monday Night Football, Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson will become the latest player to show his support for the families in mourning.</p>
<p>Johnson will be wearing cleats that have the names of every victim written on them. The cleats also feature the messages &#8220;RIP&#8221; and &#8220;S.H.E.S.&#8221;</p>
<p>Check out the incredible tribute here:</p>
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<p>Hats off to Chris Johnson for taking the time to show his support to all of those that lost loved ones during last week&#8217;s tragedy.</p>
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		<title>Philadelphia Eagles Release Statement Following News Of Garrett Reid&#8217;s Steroid Possession</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 21:10:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Sanchez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>The Philadelphia Eagles have issued multiple statements following the news that head coach Andy Reid&#8217;s son, Garrett, had steroids in his room at LeHigh University when he died of a heroin overdose. The problem for the Eagles is that LeHigh University is the location of their training camp. Luckily for the Eagles organization, Northampton County District [...]</p><p><a href="http://nflspinzone.com/2012/12/17/philadelphia-eagles-release-statement-following-news-of-garrett-reids-steroid-possession/">Philadelphia Eagles Release Statement Following News Of Garrett Reid&#8217;s Steroid Possession</a> - <a href="http://nflspinzone.com">NFL Spin Zone</a> - <a href="http://nflspinzone.com">NFL Spin Zone - A General NFL Blog providing you all the NFL News, Rumors, Updates, and National Football League News.</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_11438" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 600px"><a href="http://cdn.fansided.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/136/files/2012/12/6397410.jpg"><img class="size-large wp-image-11438" title="NFL: Philadelphia Eagles-Training Camp" src="http://cdn.fansided.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/136/files/2012/12/6397410-590x392.jpg" alt="" width="590" height="392" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">July 23, 2012; Bethlehem, PA. USA; A general view of a sign prior to Philadelphia Eagles training camp at Lehigh University. Mandatory Credit: Evan Habeeb-USA TODAY Sports</p></div>
<p>The Philadelphia Eagles have issued multiple statements following the news that head coach Andy Reid&#8217;s son, Garrett, had steroids in his room at LeHigh University when he died of a heroin overdose. The problem for the Eagles is that LeHigh University is the location of their training camp.</p>
<p>Luckily for the Eagles organization, Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli said the police did not receive enough evidence to suggest anyone from the Eagles was involved.</p>
<p>However, that hasn&#8217;t stopped the the Eagles from issuing a statement following the news.</p>
<p>“The news today on Garrett Reid’s possession of steroids is disappointing,” Lurie said.  “It’s clear the conduct in which he apparently engaged runs counter to the values and principles mandated for everyone associated with our organization.  We have spoken with the league office and have pledged our full cooperation with their requests should there be any.  While we remained saddened by the tragic end of a young man’s life and know how hard this must be for the entire Reid family, we are extremely confident that Garrett’s actions were unknown to those around him and did not involve our football team.</p>
<p>“The NFL has a rigorous drug testing program for its players.  It is a matter of record that none of our players has tested positive for any of the steroids mentioned in the district attorney’s report.”</p>
<p>While there is no connection to a member of the Eagles organization and the steroids in Garrett Reid&#8217;s room, it is still not a good look for the organization.</p>
<p>Head coach Andy Reid also released a statement on the news.</p>
<p>“Today’s report saddens me greatly, but only confirms the troubles Garrett encountered in the final years of his life,” Reid said.  “As parents, we were encouraged by his apparent progress but, like many addicts, he was able to conceal the signs of relapse.</p>
<p>“Jeffrey Lurie, the Eagles organization and the people of Philadelphia have been remarkably supportive of my family throughout our ordeal.  I am confident that my son’s decisions did not affect our football team in any way.  I cannot apologize enough for any adverse appearances that my son’s actions may have for an organization and a community that has been nothing but supportive of our family.”</p>
<p>It is sad to see new like this surrounding Garrett Reid&#8217;s death. It is hard enough for Andy Reid to deal with the death of his troubled son and these reports make it that much harder to grieve.</p>
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		<title>Jerry Jones Defends Decision To Have Josh Brent On Dallas Cowboys&#8217; Sidelines</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:38:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Sanchez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>The Dallas Cowboys caused a stir when defensive tackle Josh Brent was seen on the team&#8217;s sideline during the national broadcast of their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Brent is currently facing jail time after being charged for intoxication manslaughter after he was behind the wheel during a drunk driving accident that took the life [...]</p><p><a href="http://nflspinzone.com/2012/12/17/jerry-jones-defends-decision-to-have-josh-brent-on-dallas-cowboys-sidelines/">Jerry Jones Defends Decision To Have Josh Brent On Dallas Cowboys&#8217; Sidelines</a> - <a href="http://nflspinzone.com">NFL Spin Zone</a> - <a href="http://nflspinzone.com">NFL Spin Zone - A General NFL Blog providing you all the NFL News, Rumors, Updates, and National Football League News.</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_11436" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 600px"><a href="http://cdn.fansided.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/136/files/2012/12/6828732.jpg"><img class="size-large wp-image-11436" title="NFL: Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys" src="http://cdn.fansided.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/136/files/2012/12/6828732-590x405.jpg" alt="" width="590" height="405" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Dec 2, 2012; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent (92) on the sidelines against the Philadelphia Eagles at Cowboys Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports</p></div>
<p>The Dallas Cowboys caused a stir when defensive tackle Josh Brent was seen on the team&#8217;s sideline during the national broadcast of their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Brent is currently facing jail time after being charged for intoxication manslaughter after he was behind the wheel during a drunk driving accident that took the life of his teammate and best friend Jerry Brown Jr.</p>
<p>Dallas was immediately criticized for the decision. During halftime of the broadcast, CBS analyst Boomer Esiason called Brent&#8217;s presence on the sideline &#8220;disgraceful.&#8221;</p>
<p>“Football players are an example and Josh Brent is the worst of those examples,” Esiason said.</p>
<p>Now, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is defending his decision.</p>
<p>Jones points out that Jerry Brown&#8217;s own mother has supported Brent through this tough situation and that the team had the blessing of Brown&#8217;s family. The organization did not want to turn their backs on Brent when he needs a support group the most.</p>
<p>“<a href="http://sportsblogs.star-telegram.com/cowboys/2012/12/cowboys-owner-jerry-jones-defends-having-brent-on-sideline-despite-criticism.html#storylink=cpy">Our team and our players wanted him today on the sideline</a>,” Jones said, per the <em>Star-Telegram</em>. “Jerry’s mother asked us directly as a group. She said, ‘Support him. Help him. He needs your help. Jerry wants that. I want that.’ His teammates asked him to come and be down there with them.”</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a tough situation, but I think it&#8217;s one the Cowboys are handling the right way.</p>
<p>Brent made a horrible decision to get behind the wheel of the car drunk and it resulted in a fatal accident that ended the life of his best friend and created a burden that he must carry with him for the rest of his life. Brent is going through so much right now and it is hard to imagine his mindset.</p>
<p>The last thing Brent needs is to feel alone.</p>
<p>If the family of Brown is standing behind Brent and supporting him, his second family with the Cowboys organization should do the same.</p>
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