Oh T.O... Why must you stir the pot?

[ServoBillieves]

Anyone who follows T.O. on twitter was awakened by this this morning.


terrellowens81: I WANT ALL THT FOLLOW ME 2 THINK ABOUT THIS 4 A SEC...I'M GLAD I DIDN'T, HVN'T & WOULD "NEVER" ASSAULT ANY1. HOW BOUT THAT 4 "SCRIPTED?"

The guys at ESPN who masturbate to his page will be all over this if they decide to point it out, I bet Jim Rome is salivating. If it wasn't obvious, it was about soon to be fellow reality show persona Ben Roethlisberger.

[Hemlepp53]

hmmmm... the 8th wonder of the world can say anything he wants as long as he pulls in 10 plus TD

[Commissioner]

T.O. has a point. ESPN constantly bashes and makes jokes about him, but you don't see him getting in fights at strip clubs, getting DWI's, sexually assaulting women, or breaking the law like plenty of other guys do.

ESPN refuses to even report on Roethlisberger.

[Bling]

T.O. has a point. ESPN constantly bashes and makes jokes about him, but you don't see him getting in fights at strip clubs, getting DWI's, sexually assaulting women, or breaking the law like plenty of other guys do.

ESPN refuses to even report on Roethlisberger.

You're a Bills fan, and I can see how you're making bad judgement. One, you can prove that TO is being a hassle and a pain. The other, you got a known good person getting accused of a huge crime. Until there's more details, ESPN should use its journalistic integrity, and not report this.

[chernobylwraiths]

You're a Bills fan, and I can see how you're making bad judgement. One, you can prove that TO is being a hassle and a pain. The other, you got a known good person getting accused of a huge crime. Until there's more details, ESPN should use its journalistic integrity, and not report this.

Usually, if it is a story, it is reported.

How do we know that he is a known good person?

[Bling]

Usually, if it is a story, it is reported.

How do we know that he is a known good person?

That's just not fair. Do we know the details of the alleged incident yet?

[The King]

You're a Bills fan, and I can see how you're making bad judgement. One, you can prove that TO is being a hassle and a pain. The other, you got a known good person getting accused of a huge crime. Until there's more details, ESPN should use its journalistic integrity, and not report this.Because if it was TO being accused it would be national headlines.

[chernobylwraiths]

That's just not fair. Do we know the details of the alleged incident yet?

It is a story, it is news. To wait for details is probably right, but doesn't happen much. It might not be fair, but it is what it is.

[chernobylwraiths]

Oh, when Cory MacIntyre was arrested for indecent exposure, didn't that make the front page of ESPN and such, even if he barely plays?

If ESPN sat on the story, I have to wonder why.

[Bling]

Because if it was TO being accused it would be national headlines.

You earn respect, Bedard.

[Bling]

Why does everyone care so much about what ESPN reports? It's the headline of CNN, Fox Sports, etc. I don't think you guys would feel so slighted if TO wasn't on your team.

[chernobylwraiths]

You earn respect, Bedard.

In the real world, yes. For superstar athletes you are given it unless you do something to lose it.

[The King]

You earn respect, Bedard.I think you're way off here. Just because TO is a whiner and in the public eye more than Big Ben, doesnt mean the accusation should be taken more lightly.

Roethlisberger is a dumbass and his track record proves that. Im not saying hang the guy... but cover the story.

[The King]

BTW I should mention i think Ben is innocent in this case... I think this Andrea chick is a whack job.
But picking and choosing what to discuss by player just doesn't seem like fair and balanced journalism.

[yordad]

What is the evidence that suggest T.O. is a criminal?

[patmoran2006]

The "scripted" comment T.O. made at the end of his tweet, in my opinion is in response to countless critics that are suggesting that his "reality" show is far more scripted than others, which I tend to agree with.

I also could less. I've talked to a lot of people, and I really think if this guy comes to work everyday, is productive and can possibly get the Bills into the postseason, he'll go down as one of the more beloved figures ever here, and it will undoubtedly cement his own personal legacy.

[The Juice Is Loose]

Roethlisberger is a POS wigger. He should have starred in Malibu's most wanted. I watched this draft special about him. He's talking to the other guys "oh its time dawg. this is it dawg." big ben needs to f off and die.

I am willing to bet he did this. Its an extremely descript account.

Kobe Bryant got his named slandered around over something he ended up being not guilty for.

The fact of the matter is, that Ben is on some ESPN show with Shaq and ESPN is afraid to p-off nig ben for the fact that he will give them first interviews, etc.

[Nighthawk]

Usually, if it is a story, it is reported.

How do we know that he is a known good person?

It's more "Bling Logic"...does it surprise you?

[Pinkerton Security]

You're a Bills fan, and I can see how you're making bad judgement. One, you can prove that TO is being a hassle and a pain. The other, you got a known good person getting accused of a huge crime. Until there's more details, ESPN should use its journalistic integrity, and not report this.

4 things I see wrong with your post:

1) ...And you are a Dolphins fan, so we can all see why you would assume the worst for TO
2) Show some sort of proof that Big Ben is a good guy - just bc he doesnt get in trouble with the league doesnt mean he isnt capable of doing these sort of things (look at Marvin harrison for a good example)
3) Who gives a flying crap about TO's twitter post? it has no bearing on whether big ben is guilty or not!!
4) there is no such thing as journalistic integrity - if there is a story to report, it will get out there. Granted, they should be sure to present all the facts, but the FACT is that he is being accused of sexual assault...sitting on that story is just stupid. Did you also hope that Marshawn's hit and run incident didnt get reported until all the facts were reported?? doubt it. you are just too eager to see a Bills player in a negative light

[Bling]

Roethlisberger is a POS wigger. He should have starred in Malibu's most wanted. I watched this draft special about him. He's talking to the other guys "oh its time dawg. this is it dawg." big ben needs to f off and die.

I am willing to bet he did this. Its an extremely descript account.

Kobe Bryant got his named slandered around over something he ended up being not guilty for.

The fact of the matter is, that Ben is on some ESPN show with Shaq and ESPN is afraid to p-off nig ben for the fact that he will give them first interviews, etc.

You think maybe that's why they're not quick to jump on this? After that Kobe trial, they don't want to slander another athlete's reputation?

[Mahdi]

You think maybe that's why they're not quick to jump on this? After that Kobe trial, they don't want to slander another athlete's reputation?
You think journalists are concerned about slander?

[Dr. Pepper]

why doesnt espn report on this?

because big ben does espn commercials. one more reason not to watch their netowork.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W2pV23R7RI

[Static]

Sorry Bling but i have got to agree, if this had been T.O., Chad Johnson, Micheal Irvin, or any other player besides Tom Brady (cause Espn would hide this story for him too) ESPN would make this the Top story.

[Commissioner]

Roethlisberger is a POS wigger. He should have starred in Malibu's most wanted. I watched this draft special about him. He's talking to the other guys "oh its time dawg. this is it dawg." big ben needs to f off and die.

I am willing to bet he did this. Its an extremely descript account.

Kobe Bryant got his named slandered around over something he ended up being not guilty for.


Kobe Bryant slandered himself by cheating on his wife with some hotel floozy.

[Commissioner]

ESPN NoN Report is "Embarrassing" (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/07/22/espn-non-report-of-roethlisberger-story-embarrassing/)

An ESPN source summed it up more succinctly for us: "This is embarrassing."


As another person with connections to Bristol explained it, once Commissioner Roger Goodell acknowledged that the league "will look into (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/07/21/goodell-will-look-into-roethlisberger-allegations/)" the allegations, it became a story that ESPN had no choice to acknowledge.


But they didn't, and to our knowledge they still haven't.

[The Popcorn]

How is this stirring the pot? Is it because he's telling the truth? Had it been Terrell Owens and not Big Ben, people would be calling for an immediate suspension and bad mouthing him to no end. Every sports show and internet site would paint Owens like he's the devil.

[Bling]

How is this stirring the pot? Is it because he's telling the truth? Had it been Terrell Owens and not Big Ben, people would be calling for an immediate suspension and bad mouthing him to no end. Every sports show and internet site would paint Owens like he's the devil.

I don't get why you guys are going to bat for that idiot. He would've deserved it, because he brought it onto himself.

[life of faith]

I could careless about his character anymore after watching episode 1 f his reality show. He banged a real estate agent and then the next night tried to get back with his ex-wife saying he still has feelings for her. Man up! shutup and play some football or join the "Young n the Restless" or the "Guiding light"

[Typ0]

This is TOs schtick now. The picture we have of TO has been painted by the media. He's never done anything wrong. He's going to fire back at the media and this is a good thing for the team.

[LtFinFan66]

what is this Big Ben reality show everyone is mentioning? I know he is going to be on Shaq's reality show

[Typ0]

what is this Big Ben reality show everyone is mentioning? I know he is going to be on Shaq's reality show


They are keeping it low key it's going to be on the bondage channel.

[Preacher]

Come on People....

The answer to this question is VERY simple.

1. ESPN, or should I say BSPN (that would be, Boston Sports Programming Network) is the single largest sports broadcasting network in the world. If they make it news, it rockets into orbit from where it is at now.

2. BSPN is part of a larger company that is tied in with. . . ABC.

3. Shaq's new reality show, on ABC needs a big BIG draw, like a SB quarterback.

4. Said SB winning QB has taped a show with Shaq on ABC.

5. BSPN doesn't report the news, because they don't want to hurt the cash flow from the tv show.

[ServoBillieves]

Usually, if it is a story, it is reported.

How do we know that he is a known good person?

To be honest, I stopped reading up to this. I live in Pittsburgh, and even Steeler fans know he's a jackass. Sure he gives to the community, sure he smiles for the cameras, but see him in a store and he won't give you the time of day. He almost caused my friend to get in a car wreck cause Ben cut him off then gave him the finger.

Dude's bad news, but it is a serious accusation, I won't say anything other than what I know.

[ServoBillieves]

Sorry Bling but i have got to agree, if this had been T.O., Chad Johnson, Micheal Irvin, or any other player besides Tom Brady (cause Espn would hide this story for him too) ESPN would make this the Top story.

Unless of course someone steals pottery from his backyard :blowup: Then it's front page news.

[ServoBillieves]

what is this Big Ben reality show everyone is mentioning? I know he is going to be on Shaq's reality show

Yeah I made a mistake, I forgot he wasn't the star, it's all Shaq facing people in their respective sports

[LtFinFan66]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4349253

[The Popcorn]

I don't get why you guys are going to bat for that idiot. He would've deserved it, because he brought it onto himself.


I don't get why you don't see the truth. Is it because he plays for Buffalo and not Miami?

[The Popcorn]

I see LtFinFan66 thinks so with the disapproval.


HAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Commissioner]

They're opening up a casino in Pittsburgh soon. Big Ben won't have to fly across the country now to rape chicks.

[yordad]

ESPN announced charges will not be filed.

[Bling]

ESPN announced charges will not be filed.

So you guys wish they reported this on a guy that's charges weren't filed? Slander a guy because TO would've?

[The King]

As I mentioned from the get go, I thought he was innocent... doesnt make the story not news worthy.

[DesertFox24]

The "scripted" comment T.O. made at the end of his tweet, in my opinion is in response to countless critics that are suggesting that his "reality" show is far more scripted than others, which I tend to agree with.

I also could less. I've talked to a lot of people, and I really think if this guy comes to work everyday, is productive and can possibly get the Bills into the postseason, he'll go down as one of the more beloved figures ever here, and it will undoubtedly cement his own personal legacy.

If by some miracle we either win the big one this year or we resign him and win it next year he will be as famous with bills fans as Curt Schilling is to Sox fans.

I do not like much his act and all but I sure respect his work ethic and approach to the game a lot more than whinner Moss. Moss did not show up until he had a good QB and played on a good team and they still have not won the super bowl.....

[chernobylwraiths]

So you guys wish they reported this on a guy that's charges weren't filed? Slander a guy because TO would've?

She never went to the police. This is a story because she filed a civil suit. Personally, I think she should be suing the company she worked for if everything she says is true.

[The King]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/blog/shutdown_corner/post/Why-Ben-Roethlisberger-s-accuser-didn-t-file-a-c;_ylt=AhTIjm0g69RmTiBSS4QMk9o5nYcB?urn=nfl,178022



In other Roethlisberger news, Roger Goodell acknowledged yesterday that the lawsuit (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/07/21/goodell-will-look-into-roethlisberger-allegations/) is "something that [the NFL] obviously will look into". I think that leaves ESPN and Steelers.com (http://www.steelers.com/) as the only news outlets on the planet not reporting the story.

[yordad]

So you guys wish they reported this on a guy that's charges weren't filed? Slander a guy because TO would've?He is being sued. It is still a story. "Charges may follow" is a story. "Is being accused of...." is a story.

And, I know you know this. Quit acting dumb and trying to rile people up.

[The Popcorn]

He is being sued. It is still a story. "Charges may follow" is a story. "Is being accused of...." is a story.

And, I know you know this. Quit acting dumb and trying to rile people up.


I don't think he's acting.

[LtFinFan66]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4349253ESPN was reporting it yesterday. Not sure what that last link is talking about MBB

[ServoBillieves]

Gotta love how Roethlisberger is reading off of his lawyers written statement in his press conference.

[The King]

ESPN was reporting it yesterday. Not sure what that last link is talking about MBBThat article came out yesterday morning while espn was avoiding the story like the plague/