For those who are unaware of James Hardy's existence, I can't fault you, but here's your synopsis: he was a highly talented receiver who through some sort of odd sequence of events ended up at Indiana University... set all kinds of records and was a veritable force in that offense, declared early for the draft and was picked up by the Buffalo Bills. Oh, oh yeah, and he also is a world class human being*, as exemplified by this, and oh yes, this...
Some might notice a bit of a "TREND" here... but hey, why not take a chance on this walking disaster? He's tall and can catch a football! It's stories like Hardy that aren't hard to predict, and in fact I'll go ahead and go out on a limb here and guarantee red and blue flashing lights await this individual in the near future, and it'll likely be something that'll be worse than his ol' pa deciding not to press charges despite taking a beating and being threatened with a weapon. It's mystifying how you hear things like "character issues" thrown out about players entering the draft and nobody ever makes too much of a big deal out of it... it's funny how that word covers things like "baby's momma beater" and "father beater" "threaten father with a gun in hometown" type of individual. Hey, congratulations Buffalo! He'll be a tremendous addition to your squad!
Come on over guys and check out my crib!!!It just amazes me that somewhere, someone is willing to pay an epic failure of a person like Hardy MILLIONS OF DOLLARS despite every piece of evidence that states this guy is destined for a number on his back that is damn sure going to be longer than two digits... it's this portion of sports that causes me to frown as a fan. Where are people's backbones? Integrity? Where's the ability to tell some sleeze-bag like this to go ahead and pull it out his own ass? Sorry James, you sure have all the physical tools, but you're a complete dumbass, we're going to look elsewhere.
The saddest part is that I have literally zero doubt in my mind that this kid will be a colossal problem and likely end up literally hurting someone in the process. In fact, take it to the bank and lock it up, and go ahead and remember I said so when everyone gets "stunned" by the most recent act of violence by a professional athlete.
*Or a complete low-life scum sucking failure who will no doubt be involved in some sort of heinous violent act against a family member or loved one within the next 3 years... you know, whatever works better for you.
Rant off.
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You, sir, have just proved Buzz Bissinger's opinions about blogs to be correct. This absolutely virulent crap about a player you know nothing about makes you look like a total idiot. Yeah, he may have some anger management issues, but after the first incident he shaped up and has tried to be a better father, and no charges have been filed for this recent fracas. Hardy has done some stupid shit, but he is not a criminal, and your vitriol is misplaced when other players are involved in premeditated burglaries, drug dealing, and violent assaults on strangers. At least Hardy has tried to make amends in the past and will support his family with his professional career.
I have lost all respect for your writing and will avoid your blog in the future.
"Anger management issues"? Like pulling a gun on a family member and slapping his girlfriend around? Yeah, let's go ahead and call those "issues". You, sir, are the idiot. Next time you try to tell someone about what they do or do not know, research the topic a bit.
You know WHY no charges were filed? Because it's his FATHER, who stands to make a pretty penny off of his upcoming (and predictably BRIEF) stint in the NFL. You think he's going to submarine that blank check? Not on your life.
Excusing any of Hardy's actions is indefensible, and you should feel ashamed for trying.
I expect you back here Mr. Anonymous groveling at my feet for forgiveness when he's serving 5-10.
Good riddance.