Shame on the media! (1 Viewer)

[JAA]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night. Both shows were talking about the Bush story and how they were very upset this story was being blown out of proportion. Mike W was especially upset as to why folks couldn't drop it since "this has nothing to do with Reggie Bush", "What was Reggie supposed to do, tell mom and pops to get out?" Peter King harped about how this wasn't important, this was a USC matter. This shouldn't effect his draft status, hes of as good of character as anyone in the draft.



Let me say, innocent until proven guilty. However, this isn't about the legal system, this is about how the media decides who are stories, who they will run into the ground, and who are folks "of good character".

This situation should have direct implications onto Reggie's character. Making some assumptions (we dont know if they are true), but if in fact Bush was involved at all in this situation it is a big deal. It should shed a lot of light into his character. It should show he doesnt care at all about USC, his teammates, his coaches, Southern California, etc.

Fact of the matter is Reggie might be found guilty of cheating the NCAA system. Yes, cheating. You can sugar coat it anyway you want, but this should be a HUGE story. Bush is one of the most heralded draft picks in a long time. This could put a huge blemish on his character and supposed good name. How anyone could risk all of what he has, simply to gain financially for his family when in less than one year, he will be a millionaire at least ten times over (prolly 20 times over).

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

 

[BigJim®]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night. Both shows were talking about the Bush story and how they were very upset this story was being blown out of proportion. Mike W was especially upset as to why folks couldn't drop it since "this has nothing to do with Reggie Bush", "What was Reggie supposed to do, tell mom and pops to get out?" Peter King harped about how this wasn't important, this was a USC matter. This shouldn't effect his draft status, hes of as good of character as anyone in the draft.



Let me say, innocent until proven guilty. However, this isn't about the legal system, this is about how the media decides who are stories, who they will run into the ground, and who are folks "of good character".

This situation should have direct implications onto Reggie's character. Making some assumptions (we dont know if they are true), but if in fact Bush was involved at all in this situation it is a big deal. It should shed a lot of light into his character. It should show he doesnt care at all about USC, his teammates, his coaches, Southern California, etc.

Fact of the matter is Reggie might be found guilty of cheating the NCAA system. Yes, cheating. You can sugar coat it anyway you want, but this should be a HUGE story. Bush is one of the most heralded draft picks in a long time. This could put a huge blemish on his character and supposed good name. How anyone could risk all of what he has, simply to gain financially for his family when in less than one year, he will be a millionaire at least ten times over (prolly 20 times over).

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

 

[BlueOnion]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

 

[BlueOnion]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

Of course there is. But why would their existence affect me?

 

[Wheelhouse]

With a slight exaggeration here, I think Reggie Bush could rob a bank tomorrow and still be the #1 overall pick.

Seriously, what would he have to do to not be the #1 overall pick?

 

[pmcdade]

OK... The question is what is ESPN's financial investment in Bush? How many "spots" do they have him signed up for? How many goofy commercials has he already filmed with them?

ESPN has a strong history of taking care of their own... Remember that "interview" between Stuart Scott and Michael Irvin after Irvin's recent drug arrest? It was barely covered in their news, if at all, until has this interview where the questions were T-ball, not soft-ball. I'd say Irvin wrote the questions, except I'm not sure he's smart enough to come up with questions that well designed to make him look good. ESPN, however, made it as much of a non-story as possible....

Sounds like an awfully familiar modis operandi.

 

[TheLaw]

Whatever man, Lendale saying VY had a great Rose Bowl and should be the 1st QB taken is so much worse than taking kickbacks etc., especially if you just used the guy and didnt even hire him afterwards. ( )

 

[T Man]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night. Both shows were talking about the Bush story and how they were very upset this story was being blown out of proportion. Mike W was especially upset as to why folks couldn't drop it since "this has nothing to do with Reggie Bush", "What was Reggie supposed to do, tell mom and pops to get out?" Peter King harped about how this wasn't important, this was a USC matter. This shouldn't effect his draft status, hes of as good of character as anyone in the draft.



Let me say, innocent until proven guilty. However, this isn't about the legal system, this is about how the media decides who are stories, who they will run into the ground, and who are folks "of good character".

This situation should have direct implications onto Reggie's character. Making some assumptions (we dont know if they are true), but if in fact Bush was involved at all in this situation it is a big deal. It should shed a lot of light into his character. It should show he doesnt care at all about USC, his teammates, his coaches, Southern California, etc.

Fact of the matter is Reggie might be found guilty of cheating the NCAA system. Yes, cheating. You can sugar coat it anyway you want, but this should be a HUGE story. Bush is one of the most heralded draft picks in a long time. This could put a huge blemish on his character and supposed good name. How anyone could risk all of what he has, simply to gain financially for his family when in less than one year, he will be a millionaire at least ten times over (prolly 20 times over).

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

I agree that this story will continue to be diminished by the mainstream media. They will "run with it" and downplay it.I disagree that it is solely because they like Bush and think he is a "stand up guy." It will not affect his draft status. He's neither the first nor the lst to sign early with an agent or get benefits. This type of "character" flaw is somewhat accepted by the NFL.

I think the true reason it will be 'swept under the rug" is because the media and the powers that be do not want to injure USC and Pete Carroll. USC is now a golden goose for the PAC 10 and the NCAA. I expect a slap on the wrist at most.

 

[JAA]

OK... The question is what is ESPN's financial investment in Bush? How many "spots" do they have him signed up for? How many goofy commercials has he already filmed with them?

ESPN has a strong history of taking care of their own... Remember that "interview" between Stuart Scott and Michael Irvin after Irvin's recent drug arrest? It was barely covered in their news, if at all, until has this interview where the questions were T-ball, not soft-ball. I'd say Irvin wrote the questions, except I'm not sure he's smart enough to come up with questions that well designed to make him look good. ESPN, however, made it as much of a non-story as possible....

Sounds like an awfully familiar modis operandi.

GB the NFLN this weekend

 

[JAA]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night.  Both shows were talking about the Bush story and how they were very upset this story was being blown out of proportion.  Mike W was especially upset as to why folks couldn't drop it since "this has nothing to do with Reggie Bush", "What was Reggie supposed to do, tell mom and pops to get out?"  Peter King harped about how this wasn't important, this was a USC matter.  This shouldn't effect his draft status, hes of as good of character as anyone in the draft.



Let me say, innocent until proven guilty.  However, this isn't about the legal system, this is about how the media decides who are stories, who they will run into the ground, and who are folks "of good character".

This situation should have direct implications onto Reggie's character.  Making some assumptions (we dont know if they are true), but if in fact Bush was involved at all in this situation it is a big deal.  It should shed a lot of light into his character.  It should show he doesnt care at all about USC, his teammates, his coaches, Southern California, etc.

Fact of the matter is Reggie might be found guilty of cheating the NCAA system.  Yes, cheating.  You can sugar coat it anyway you want, but this should be a HUGE story.  Bush is one of the most heralded draft picks in a long time.  This could put a huge blemish on his character and supposed good name.  How anyone could risk all of what he has, simply to gain financially for his family when in less than one year, he will be a millionaire at least ten times over (prolly 20 times over).

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

I agree that this story will continue to be diminished by the mainstream media. They will "run with it" and downplay it.I disagree that it is solely because they like Bush and think he is a "stand up guy." It will not affect his draft status. He's neither the first nor the lst to sign early with an agent or get benefits. This type of "character" flaw is somewhat accepted by the NFL.

I think the true reason it will be 'swept under the rug" is because the media and the powers that be do not want to injure USC and Pete Carroll. USC is now a golden goose for the PAC 10 and the NCAA. I expect a slap on the wrist at most.

Interesting perception

 

[GroveDiesel]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

True, but in this case it only matters what the teams think. And I seriously doubt that they're going to let the media influence their view of a player.If Bush was going to be a mid-first round pick I could see this hurting him a lot more than it will at this point. I could even see this hurting him if it had come out a month ago. But at this point it would have to be something much larger than this for anyone's plans to change.

 

[LHUCKS]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

 

[JAA]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight and talking much more about what paint Favre is going to choose for his living room?

 

[LHUCKS]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight

yep, it's a non-story from an NFL perspective. It means nothing.

 

[T Man]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight

yep, it's a non-story from an NFL perspective. It means nothing.

from an NFL perspective, no big deal.

 

[Bojang0301]

I was thinking the same thing yesterday. I was looking at Golic and Salisbury and looked into there eyes and see that they are just in love with this kid. It does have a lot to do with his character. If he sold out to an agent then turned his back on them why wouldn't he do the same to his team? Or better yet why would he be dealing with characters like this in the first place? The love fest for Bush is out of control. Everyone saying Bush is far and away the best is BS too. I love Reggie but c'mon saying he'll score 20 TD's... rediculous. Mario Williams can have a huge impact defensivly and last a lot longer in his career. Oh, not too mention when we take a look at the past 15 SB winners not a whole lot of them have had or need a top flight RB to get them there... In fact a whole lot of them have needed defense.

 

[Bojang0301]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight

yep, it's a non-story from an NFL perspective. It means nothing.

from an NFL perspective, no big deal.

If it was Vince Young or Lendale White the media would turn on them in a second. So I have to call BS on this.

 

[the hairy scotsman]

Excellent post, JAA.

...and on a somewhat related note...F espn.

In another thread I made the point that Bush and his family, if they actually did these thingas, willfully and knowingly jeopardized the 2005 USC football season and the future well-being of the program. They may have to forfeit every win from '05 if these allegations are born out.

Now, suppose this stuff had come out when USC was 12-0 and headed to the Rose Bowl. Imagine the turmoil the entire college football season would have been thrown into. Do you think Bush would have been held in this same light of "good character"?

I don't.

 

[the hairy scotsman]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight

yep, it's a non-story from an NFL perspective. It means nothing.

from an NFL perspective, no big deal.

If it was Vince Young or Lendale White the media would turn on them in a second. So I have to call BS on this.

Bingo. They already have, and for for basically non-issues.

 

[BlueOnion]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight and talking much more about what paint Favre is going to choose for his living room?

I couldn't care less about either story because both stories revolve around certain media member's subjective opinion. Their opinion is for entertainment value.

 

[GroveDiesel]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Really? So Bush could have gotten the same national exposure by playing in his local flag football league for 3 years after high school? Or gotten the same coaching, training, facilities by working out at the local YMCA? Bush may not have benefited financially during his time at USC, but without USC (or any big college football program) Bush would be a burger flipper somewhere. He's going to make tens of millions of dollars ultimately that he never would have made without his college football experience.

 

[the hairy scotsman]

I was thinking the same thing yesterday. I was looking at Golic and Salisbury and looked into there eyes and see that they are just in love with this kid. It does have a lot to do with his character. If he sold out to an agent then turned his back on them why wouldn't he do the same to his team? Or better yet why would he be dealing with characters like this in the first place? The love fest for Bush is out of control. Everyone saying Bush is far and away the best is BS too. I love Reggie but c'mon saying he'll score 20 TD's... rediculous. Mario Williams can have a huge impact defensivly and last a lot longer in his career. Oh, not too mention when we take a look at the past 15 SB winners not a whole lot of them have had or need a top flight RB to get them there... In fact a whole lot of them have needed defense.

If he actually did these things, he did do them to his team, for the reasons I pointed out above. This is not a victimless "crime", because he and his family knew who (the team, the school, the fans, etc) they'd be potentially hurting. This is what so many people (not necessarily you) don't seem to be grasping.

 

[Yah_Shoor_Yoobetchya]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

(cough)foxnewsviewers(cough)

 

[TheLaw]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight

yep, it's a non-story from an NFL perspective. It means nothing.

from an NFL perspective, no big deal.

If it was Vince Young or Lendale White the media would turn on them in a second. So I have to call BS on this.

This board certainly would, that is for sure. VY would drop out of round 1 and Lendale would go undrafted according to folks around here.

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

Of course there is. But why would their existence affect me?

they vote?

 

[JAA]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

So you are personally OK with ESPN (for example) downplaying this story right out of the spotlight

yep, it's a non-story from an NFL perspective. It means nothing.

I didnt know ESPN didnt cover college football or even sports related news in general

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

(cough)foxnewsviewers(cough)

 

[BlueOnion]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

Of course there is. But why would their existence affect me?

they vote?

It seems we are now talking all media (expanding from just sports), regardless, what other people do is beyond my control. Still not a lot to get worked up about.

 

[ConstruxBoy]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Someone on Cowherd yesterday has a very good point about the fact that his parents knew he was about to become a multi-millionaire so it's not out of the question that they could have used up all their retirement savings to "live it up" for a year knowing they would be covered by Reggie.

 

[the hairy scotsman]

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go.  The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one.  How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

Does anyone care what the media thinks?

There are alot of people who lack the ability to think for themselves and do "care" what the media thinks. :(

(cough)foxnewsviewers(cough)

(cough)cnnviewers(cough)

 

[JAA]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Someone on Cowherd yesterday has a very good point about the fact that his parents knew he was about to become a multi-millionaire so it's not out of the question that they could have used up all their retirement savings to "live it up" for a year knowing they would be covered by Reggie.

and the only house for "lease" was one recently purchased by a startup sports agent?

 

[ConstruxBoy]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Someone on Cowherd yesterday has a very good point about the fact that his parents knew he was about to become a multi-millionaire so it's not out of the question that they could have used up all their retirement savings to "live it up" for a year knowing they would be covered by Reggie.

and the only house for "lease" was one recently purchased by a startup sports agent?

Well, exactly that does make it less likely that it was legit. But I guess I'm also thinking of soon to be top 10 picks in year's past showing up in tricked out Escalade's for their last semester. Not that crazy to think that their parents would go crazy spending money in that circumstance.

 

[wadegarrett]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night.

Here's your problem.

 

[JAA]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Someone on Cowherd yesterday has a very good point about the fact that his parents knew he was about to become a multi-millionaire so it's not out of the question that they could have used up all their retirement savings to "live it up" for a year knowing they would be covered by Reggie.

and the only house for "lease" was one recently purchased by a startup sports agent?

Well, exactly that does make it less likely that it was legit. But I guess I'm also thinking of soon to be top 10 picks in year's past showing up in tricked out Escalade's for their last semester. Not that crazy to think that their parents would go crazy spending money in that circumstance.

I dont disagree with you, but the evidence up until the point shows way to many coincidences

 

[ConstruxBoy]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Someone on Cowherd yesterday has a very good point about the fact that his parents knew he was about to become a multi-millionaire so it's not out of the question that they could have used up all their retirement savings to "live it up" for a year knowing they would be covered by Reggie.

and the only house for "lease" was one recently purchased by a startup sports agent?

Well, exactly that does make it less likely that it was legit. But I guess I'm also thinking of soon to be top 10 picks in year's past showing up in tricked out Escalade's for their last semester. Not that crazy to think that their parents would go crazy spending money in that circumstance.

I dont disagree with you, but the evidence up until the point shows way to many coincidences

Yep. Seems like a silly thing to do when your son will be a multi-millionaire in a year anyway, you know?

 

[2112]

I would take kickbacks in college if I knew I could get away with it...the university is making more off of me if I'm Reggie Bush, than I'm getting from them.

Someone on Cowherd yesterday has a very good point about the fact that his parents knew he was about to become a multi-millionaire so it's not out of the question that they could have used up all their retirement savings to "live it up" for a year knowing they would be covered by Reggie.

and the only house for "lease" was one recently purchased by a startup sports agent?

Well, exactly that does make it less likely that it was legit. But I guess I'm also thinking of soon to be top 10 picks in year's past showing up in tricked out Escalade's for their last semester. Not that crazy to think that their parents would go crazy spending money in that circumstance.

I dont disagree with you, but the evidence up until the point shows way to many coincidences

and then to have the parents abruptly move out???? that just screams guilt, imho

 

[jurb26]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night. Both shows were talking about the Bush story and how they were very upset this story was being blown out of proportion. Mike W was especially upset as to why folks couldn't drop it since "this has nothing to do with Reggie Bush", "What was Reggie supposed to do, tell mom and pops to get out?" Peter King harped about how this wasn't important, this was a USC matter. This shouldn't effect his draft status, hes of as good of character as anyone in the draft.



Let me say, innocent until proven guilty. However, this isn't about the legal system, this is about how the media decides who are stories, who they will run into the ground, and who are folks "of good character".

This situation should have direct implications onto Reggie's character. Making some assumptions (we dont know if they are true), but if in fact Bush was involved at all in this situation it is a big deal. It should shed a lot of light into his character. It should show he doesnt care at all about USC, his teammates, his coaches, Southern California, etc.

Fact of the matter is Reggie might be found guilty of cheating the NCAA system. Yes, cheating. You can sugar coat it anyway you want, but this should be a HUGE story. Bush is one of the most heralded draft picks in a long time. This could put a huge blemish on his character and supposed good name. How anyone could risk all of what he has, simply to gain financially for his family when in less than one year, he will be a millionaire at least ten times over (prolly 20 times over).

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

If this exact story would have come up regarding L.White the pitchforks would be out in full force and everyone around here would be taling about how he should now be a day 2 pick. Total BS

 

[GregR_2]

My on a variety of things brought up here.

* The media is going to devote as much attention to the story as they feel it will bring ratings. If this came out during the national title run, it would get a lot more attention because it is of bigger importance to viewers. It has less importance now since the outcome of that NC is already decided and this wouldn't change. Thus, less coverage.

* A person's character is going to be viewed as the sum of their actions. The darker that character from past actions, the more they will get piled on for something new. This has everything to do with human nature and nothing to do with sports. Bush has had up until now a virtually flawless perception of his character, so one should expect less fall out for him than for a Lendale White. Just as we would expect less fall out for a Lendale White than for a Marcus Vick.

* If this had happened to VY instead, I believe it would have been blown out of proportion more than it should even taking the last thing I said into account. Personally I think that's because of the backlash that still exists from people sick of the reaction immediately after the Rose Bowl. A reaction which has thankfully died down some and given way to a more objective view of him. VY hasn't helped himself with his refusal to get competent representation and advisors, but I think the masses count that too much against him.

* I agree that should these allegations be true, one can look at it as Bush didn't show enough concern for his team. That said, I also would be surprised if 1/2 the other starters on USC or any other major program aren't also guilty of NCAA violations that would carry similar sanctions. Maybe I'm just a cynic, but whether it's a car, a house for your family, a job that you don't actually earn your wages at, or $50 slipped in an envelope after a big game, a tutor to do your homework, or a free pass in classes without doing the work, I think this kind of stuff is common place. Enough so that I wouldn't think Bush's actions all that unusual for a college athlete, and not unusual enough to think that given the rest of the positive perception of his character I had before this, that he's likely to sell out his NFL team.

editted to fix typos and clarify

 

[fatness]

Media reports generally will follow what they believe the popular conceptions of things to be. Right now "Reggie Bush is great" in the public's mind, so they tend to gloss over details and defend the guy. When they believe the public's views have changed, they'll switch over to hammering him because then "Reggie Bush is crooked".

Not much news is news any more. It is entertainment, designed to catch the largest popular audience. If you see any news organization with a poll on their show or website, you can see the real story ---- they want to know what the public believes at that moment, and they want to gear their content to feed that belief.

It's about business, not about information, far too much of the time.

 

[Family Matters]

I was watching PTI and ESPN last night. Both shows were talking about the Bush story and how they were very upset this story was being blown out of proportion. Mike W was especially upset as to why folks couldn't drop it since "this has nothing to do with Reggie Bush", "What was Reggie supposed to do, tell mom and pops to get out?" Peter King harped about how this wasn't important, this was a USC matter. This shouldn't effect his draft status, hes of as good of character as anyone in the draft.



Let me say, innocent until proven guilty. However, this isn't about the legal system, this is about how the media decides who are stories, who they will run into the ground, and who are folks "of good character".

This situation should have direct implications onto Reggie's character. Making some assumptions (we dont know if they are true), but if in fact Bush was involved at all in this situation it is a big deal. It should shed a lot of light into his character. It should show he doesnt care at all about USC, his teammates, his coaches, Southern California, etc.

Fact of the matter is Reggie might be found guilty of cheating the NCAA system. Yes, cheating. You can sugar coat it anyway you want, but this should be a HUGE story. Bush is one of the most heralded draft picks in a long time. This could put a huge blemish on his character and supposed good name. How anyone could risk all of what he has, simply to gain financially for his family when in less than one year, he will be a millionaire at least ten times over (prolly 20 times over).

Anyway, this post isnt about Bush, this post is about how the media decides whom to crucify and whom to let go. The media runs with stories with far less substance than this one. How in their minds they decide this story isnt a big deal is beyond me.

We haven't been on the same page often but I totally agree with you on this. Some media outlets like to drive the story rather than let the story develope. ESPN is notorious for this. That's why I've lost so much respect for them.In reality, they do not objectively report news, they commentate the news or what they believe the news should be. They have become nothing more than talking heads.