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Could Benson face suspension by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell?

April 26, 2017Benson Commissioner Face NFL roger goodell Suspension

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Could Benson face suspension by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell?

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At first, a suspension seemed highly unlikely when compared to some of the other incidents NFL players have received suspension for. However, a report by Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk.com brings up an interesting point regarding a possible suspension for Benson for failing to report the incident. Florio’s report questions whether or not Benson reported the incident to the Bengals and better yet, if they reported it to the NFL. Everyone is aware of the incident now, but if the league is just finding out about it the same time as the public, Benson could face a suspension because of not only his previous incidents with the law when he was with the Chicago Bears, but the Personal Conduct Policy. “The League must be advised promptly of any incident that may be a violation of this policy, and particularly when any conduct results in an arrest or other criminal charge. Players and club employees must report any such incident to the club, which must then report it to NFL Security at (800) NF