Illwinsagain
- Cary, IL
Josh could have done that last Friday, it was apparent that he knew in his mind that this was BS. I believe that they will need more than that. How much more is the $1,000,000 question.
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I’m sure they can do that. Nothing legally is keeping TSJ from playing. If they were to go through with it they better be 200% certain that TSJ is innocent (not “not-guilty”) of all charges. Then prepare for the hell storm from everyone who is not an Illini fan and even some who are.
I'm curious what the timing is for the defense to get access to the prosecution's evidence.
Shannon has his own texts and emails. Those perhaps exonerate him.
Also, if the bar has a video they can turn it over to the defense.
The police may have turned things over that aren't covered under FOIA but available to defense.
Just a few thoughts of things out there that may be in private hands but not in public realm.
Shannon has his own texts and emails. Those perhaps exonerate him.
Also, if the bar has a video they can turn it over to the defense.
The police may have turned things over that aren't covered under FOIA but available to defense.
Just a few thoughts of things out there that may be in private hands but not in public realm.
Illwinsagain
- Cary, IL
That is my concern. I can take other fanbases being critical. I would worry if our Alumni and Donors get upset.
Figured as much thanks 0440!
I don’t see university leadership doing this without a public showing that the charges are or will soon be dismissed.
Would having to leave the state be an issue for him? Would he need his travel for games approved by the court as he is out on bail?
Fighter of the Nightman
- Chicago, IL
Contrarian take:
Social/cultural paradigms shift. For the last 15-20 years, we’ve moved in SUCH a “pro-‘victim’” direction on this sort of thing that people could be forgiven for thinking our society practically promotes a guilty-until-proven-innocent dogmatic creed when it comes to sexual assault allegations.
… So. IF this case is as flimsy as it seems and the DA is as sketchy as she seems and our previous impression of Terrence as an awesome kid is still true and our culture needs a bit of a “correction” back toward this country’s sacred truth that a person is innocent until proven guilty…
There just might be GOOD PR in having Shannon’s back and not cowering before a witch-hunt based on shoddy evidence. Josh wouldn’t stand firmly in his corner with a charge out there unless he REALLY had a good reason to do so … so if he does, I trust him.
Let’s remember that if this is indeed a BS allegation, this woman and/or DA is doing horrible harm to the cause of finding justice for sexual assault victims. Again, assuming TSJ is innocent until there’s clear evidence to the contrary and assuming this case is as weak as the EVIDENCE so far suggests it is … I, for one, will be extremely proud of the DIA for having the cajones to let an innocent college kid keep playing a sport he loves while he’s still an innocent American citizen with full legal rights.
Again … it’ll get us some negative publicity, but I think you underestimate how many people would view it as doing what’s right in the face of a delusional mob.
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. Yes the suspension has already been announced. They wouldn’t have another announcement to say he’s still suspended.Ransom Stoddard
Ordained Dudeist Priest
- Bloomington, IL
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That would be like calling your boss to tell them you’re coming into work that day.That guy
I’m not sure he’s the source I would trust
Seems like Brad might be sleeping better tonight than he was a week ago at this same time. Interesting week to say the least.That guy
So you’re saying he’s going to be reinstated before the Purdue game?That guy
This take seems spot on to to me... time to have a little backbone
Just be ready for all the crying from the Chicago media if he gets reinstated. It could be the right decision by Illinois, but none of them in the 2nd city will care.
More worried about the other fanbases coming for his throat. Even if he’s completely innocent they’ll never let him live it down.
He can shut them up with his play
TSJ is used to the verbal abuse, but yes it will be very harsh. I think he can use it for fuel, and it won't be nearly as bad by March.
On the other hand, if he is completely innocent and Josh doesn't have his back, it will kill our reputation with recruits and current athletes. There is nothing good about this whole fiasco.
Illwinsagain
- Cary, IL
Not worried about the heckling, really most concerned about the parts of Illini nation that would swear off the university, because they would think that this was done to win some more games. Once the charges are dropped, then we are all good.
TSJ will be able to handle it so no reason for you to worry
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