Marshall's Fate Will Be Decided Soon

The Denver Post reported that Broncos' WR Brandon Marshall spent over 2 hours last Friday in New York meeting with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell discussing his multiple run-ins with authorities.  While the meeting wasn't a surprise, who joined Marshall in New York was.  Along with Marshall's attorney, Rod Smith also joined Marshall, a sign to me that Smith is taking on a role I have long hoped he would.

With Smith, known as someone that has done it the right way, showing the League that he is in Marshall's corner the hope is the League will take it into consideration when handing down a decision.  Shanny has stated that he feels no suspension is warranted because most of Marshall's issues involved a bad relationship that has since been broken off.  The League, of course, has been less than understanding in the past when it comes to repeat offenders, regardless if there has been an actual conviction.

My stand all along is that Marshall will probably face a 2-game suspension.  Like it or not, convicted or not, psycho girlfriend or not, playing in the NFL is privilege, not a right, and it needs to be taken seriously and handled with care.  Even if you believe that the issues surrounding Marshall aren't that serious the NFL does not agree and all the players know it coming in.  It may not be fair, but it is understood.

Regardless of the outcome we all have to hope that Marshall has seen the last of his name in the police blotter.  Suspended or not, the NFL is going to be keeping a close eye on #15 and he will need to keep his nose clean.  With Rod Smith in his corner, my faith in that improves dramatically.