As a hardcore Ducks fan, I'm a little disgraced and embarrassed by his actions, but I'm also a little upset at the Boise player who taunted him after the final whistle blew. Hout ran up to Blount and shouted "how about that ass whoopin?" while banging on Blount's shoulder pads. The emotions got the best of both players, but Blount's actions were worse. I think the next big question is, what will happen to Blount?
As of right now (1:15 EST on 9/2) the PAC-10 is reviewing the videos of the hit more in depth and will eventually come to a conclusion. In my opinion, Blount should be suspended 3 games. According to ESPN's Sports Nation, Blount should be kicked off the team. I find that to be a little harsh. This brings me to think about a couple seasons ago when Miami and Florida International got into a total melee on the field. I researched the incident and found that most of the players involved received a one game suspension. Even the player that beat the FIU player with his helmet only got a one game suspension from the ACC. Now it brings me to my point: I don't see how Blount should be kicked off of the team for this (even though it was wrong) when much more serious actions have been pardoned or mildly punished. Blount definitely needs to be addressed and I'm interested to see what happens. He's a good player, but his emotions got the best of him. I hope that he can remain on the team and contribute further down the line this season.
References:
Miami vs. FIU on Youtube
Miami/FIU Suspension Article
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I want to see him get a definite 3 game suspension with possibility for more games if he doesn't comply to certain standards set by the team. They should make him do some community service or some character building exercise like that. If they're smart they won't kick him out for the rest of the year, because he is one of their best players.
That's my take.
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