Right now, it seems like we can be thankful the consequences of bad decision making were not significantly worse. Having been in that area of Dallas a lot over the last few years, I am surprised that they weren't worse.
I hope everyone involved uses their luck to examine their choices and make better ones going forward.
Random question about the post-driving consumption defense. I had a buddy who was training to be a cop. He said that he's had obviously impaired drivers get pulled over, wait until he is up to their window, then open a few new shooters of alcohol and drain it in front of them.
I'm assuming that they're thinking that the cop now cannot prove that they were intoxicated prior to being pulled over.
I have not been one asking for takes, but when I saw you gave yours I had to read it. Obviously, your legal knowledge is valuable, but it's your humanity and integrity that always makes your voice in these matters so valuable. You always put the emphasis on the victims and making them whole again, when so much attention is put on the athlete or coach. So while it may seem ridiculous that you need to have a take, I think you should know that your voice matters and undoubtedly influences the voices of others in sports media and water cooler conversations. Thank you, Seth.
Great article, Seth. It feels very similar to medicine, particularly psychiatry. You'll often see talking heads on news shows trying to diagnose a celebrity's or politician's behavior as some illness. The best clinicians won't infer anything and would wait to make any sort of judgment until actually talking to the patient themselves. Unfortunately, that nuanced approach doesn't get the clicks/views and is the worst part of media.
Well stated, Seth. There are several layers of consequences here. There are criminal consequences, civil consequences in making the victims whole, civil consequences in terms of Rashee's driving privileges, and of course, football consequences. Hopefully, he will take responsibility for all and be honest with the team. Hopefully, he will grow and mature from this.
We've all done really stupid things. Fortunately, for most of us, we don't have the combination of fame and opportunity to where our stupidity becomes national news. Time to grow up and learn, Rashee, no matter what the facts may show regarding his involvement. Prayers up that he does lean and that no one was seriously hurt.
The allegations and opinions on line are made worse by it being April Fools day...smh.
That said, him and Clark Hunt both went to the same college (SMU) and both live in Dallas so, I'm betting he's got the best legal representation money can buy.
Appreciate this very measured approach, Seth. Regardless of what happens in terms of criminal liability, I have to imagine he will be dealing with litigation on the civil side. We've all been "young and dumb" at some point with a decision, but as you said, racing on a busy highway is on another level of irresponsible. Given the info we do have, Occam's razor would suggest Rice was at minimum inside one of the two vehicles. Will be interesting to follow this story as it develops.
I think you do something that a lot of people don't, provide perspective. Perspective, especially in a take-centric atmosphere, is incredibly important so thanks for that.
If he is involved, regardless of the level, I really do hope someone does give him the "you're smarter than this, don't throw this all away" talk.
Excellent summary. We all need this analysis to see where this may lead. Let me say this…I hope someone informs Rashee about how things played out for Kareem Hunt. Rashee will soon face an interrogation with Andy, Brett, and most importantly, Clark Hunt. We, as Chiefs fans, have to hope he does not lie to them about the facts or Rashee’s brief and promising career with the Chiefs will likely have ended.
Sadly, even though he would forfeit the thrill of receiving passes from the greatest QB ever and earning additional rings, he would then be rewarded in free agency with a far more lucrative contract with a team sure to win the bidding war for him.
Life is crazy. I hope Rashee makes the right and honorable decisions he should in the coming days.
Smart, sensible article—unlike much of what’s been spouted in the last 36 hours.
Great answer Seth, thank you
I respect the way you are handling this. Thank you for the care you put into it.
Thanks, Seth. I look forward to the updates.
Right now, it seems like we can be thankful the consequences of bad decision making were not significantly worse. Having been in that area of Dallas a lot over the last few years, I am surprised that they weren't worse.
I hope everyone involved uses their luck to examine their choices and make better ones going forward.
Random question about the post-driving consumption defense. I had a buddy who was training to be a cop. He said that he's had obviously impaired drivers get pulled over, wait until he is up to their window, then open a few new shooters of alcohol and drain it in front of them.
I'm assuming that they're thinking that the cop now cannot prove that they were intoxicated prior to being pulled over.
There's no way that would pass muster, right?
I have not been one asking for takes, but when I saw you gave yours I had to read it. Obviously, your legal knowledge is valuable, but it's your humanity and integrity that always makes your voice in these matters so valuable. You always put the emphasis on the victims and making them whole again, when so much attention is put on the athlete or coach. So while it may seem ridiculous that you need to have a take, I think you should know that your voice matters and undoubtedly influences the voices of others in sports media and water cooler conversations. Thank you, Seth.
Great article, Seth. It feels very similar to medicine, particularly psychiatry. You'll often see talking heads on news shows trying to diagnose a celebrity's or politician's behavior as some illness. The best clinicians won't infer anything and would wait to make any sort of judgment until actually talking to the patient themselves. Unfortunately, that nuanced approach doesn't get the clicks/views and is the worst part of media.
Well stated, Seth. There are several layers of consequences here. There are criminal consequences, civil consequences in making the victims whole, civil consequences in terms of Rashee's driving privileges, and of course, football consequences. Hopefully, he will take responsibility for all and be honest with the team. Hopefully, he will grow and mature from this.
We've all done really stupid things. Fortunately, for most of us, we don't have the combination of fame and opportunity to where our stupidity becomes national news. Time to grow up and learn, Rashee, no matter what the facts may show regarding his involvement. Prayers up that he does lean and that no one was seriously hurt.
Great view.
The allegations and opinions on line are made worse by it being April Fools day...smh.
That said, him and Clark Hunt both went to the same college (SMU) and both live in Dallas so, I'm betting he's got the best legal representation money can buy.
Appreciate this very measured approach, Seth. Regardless of what happens in terms of criminal liability, I have to imagine he will be dealing with litigation on the civil side. We've all been "young and dumb" at some point with a decision, but as you said, racing on a busy highway is on another level of irresponsible. Given the info we do have, Occam's razor would suggest Rice was at minimum inside one of the two vehicles. Will be interesting to follow this story as it develops.
I think you do something that a lot of people don't, provide perspective. Perspective, especially in a take-centric atmosphere, is incredibly important so thanks for that.
If he is involved, regardless of the level, I really do hope someone does give him the "you're smarter than this, don't throw this all away" talk.
Respect
Excellent summary. We all need this analysis to see where this may lead. Let me say this…I hope someone informs Rashee about how things played out for Kareem Hunt. Rashee will soon face an interrogation with Andy, Brett, and most importantly, Clark Hunt. We, as Chiefs fans, have to hope he does not lie to them about the facts or Rashee’s brief and promising career with the Chiefs will likely have ended.
Sadly, even though he would forfeit the thrill of receiving passes from the greatest QB ever and earning additional rings, he would then be rewarded in free agency with a far more lucrative contract with a team sure to win the bidding war for him.
Life is crazy. I hope Rashee makes the right and honorable decisions he should in the coming days.
Thank you for the very nuanced take. Brings a lot more perspective to the whole of the conversation.
All of the rational people in the world appear to be congregating in Seth's feed. I'm not sure what this feeling is but I could get comfortable in it.
There have been so many assumption on this one, that honestly, it's just great to read a take that isn't 100% CERTAIN of everything!