What you or I think really doesn't matter as far as TSJ playing. What the legal system thinks does. What do you think "zero tolerence" means? Does it mean if a player had a warrant issued for an arrest and is out on bail that you will be able to play in your opinion? I do not think TSJ is guilty but as long as there is a court case then how can he play under a zero tolerence policy? His case unfortunately is for the courts to decide or drop the case. Our thoughts dint matter. Maybe the zero tolerence policy isn't really that but I tend to think it is and will remain such unless charges are dropped and bail money is returned. Hopefully that happens because I do feel he us innocent but thats a legal issue that must be cleared up for TSJ to play if it truly is zero tolerence.So you think he committed the crime then?
You can’t be “innocent.” The law isn’t set up that way. It’s beholden on the gummint to prove guilt. If they don’t prove it beyond a reasonable doubt, the jury says “not guilty.” That’s all the court can do, and it’s all that anyone should expect.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.
For me it's not about not having evidence, but I worry we wouldn't survive the optics of it. We do need to keep recruiting after TSJ leaves, after all, and you don't want coaches from opposing teams smearing us our or practices when we're in tight recruiting battles. We'd weather it because we have a staff that's great at identifying talent, but I don't think the DIA would want to do something that would make it any more difficult for them if possible to avoid it.
It also says it’s unavailableI just read from a reputable news source the committee met today and I just found TJs jersey is back on the NIL store which I can comfirm has been removed since this news broke because I kept checking the site to buy one.
They haven't cut bait. They've stood up for him but are also acknowledging how serious the charges are. Both need to be doneAs a parent I’m going to be far more impressed by a program that does the right thing and stands by my kid than one that cuts bait just to save face.
For what it’s worth I just found TJs jersey is back on the NIL store which I can comfirm has been removed since this news broke because I kept checking the site to buy one.
We need a famous officer, like Herschel Walker….Don't worry ... Brad has reached out to a special officer to make sure TJ doesn't deal with any fans who may take it too far ...
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I agree. I'm not suggesting that TSJ should be reinstated without knowing all the facts, but IF those who have the information truly believe that he is getting a raw deal and will ultimately be acquitted, it takes more courage to "do the right thing" and let him play than it does to play it safe and keep him off the court simply to appease the court of public opinion.As a parent I’m going to be far more impressed by a program that does the right thing and stands by my kid than one that cuts bait just to save face.
Pretty sure that’s what this person is sayingThey haven't cut bait. They've stood up for him but are also acknowledging how serious the charges are. Both need to be done
I mean, despite everything we think we know right now, I'm still not sure it's the time to rush out and buy a TSJ jersey.For what it’s worth I just found TJs jersey is back on the NIL store which I can comfirm has been removed since this news broke because I kept checking the site to buy one.
You are correct …
I can’t stop refreshing this threadYou are correct …
See: Kobe BryantHe can shut them up with his play
Given the context of my first comment, that wasn't how it read to me. But it's a message board. I've been wrong before and I'll be wrong again. He can tell me if my read was off.Pretty sure that’s what this person is saying
I also found the Matthew Mayer jersey there. How many people would throw eggs at me if I bought and wore it to a game? Still full price, too...For what it’s worth I just found TJs jersey is back on the NIL store which I can comfirm has been removed since this news broke because I kept checking the site to buy one.
Monsters. We’re throwing Monsters.I also found the Matthew Mayer jersey there. How many people would throw eggs at me if I bought and wore it to a game? Still full price, too...
That’s fair, I could be wrong as well.Given the context of my first comment, that wasn't how it read to me. But it's a message board. I've been wrong before and I'll be wrong again. He can tell me if my read was off.
My bad, just found it.You are correct …
Delete...are we on Denzel boom gif watch?