The NFL this morning released its report on the investigation of the Dolphins’ locker-room.
“As
all must surely recognize, the
NFL is not an ordinary workplace.
Professional football is a rough, contact sport played by men of
exceptional size, speed, strength and athleticism.
“But even the largest, strongest and fleetest person may be driven to despair by bullying, taunting and constant insults.
“We
encourage the creation of new workplace conduct rules and guidelines
that will help ensure that players respect each other as professionals
and people.”
The NFL this morning released its report on the investigation of the Dolphins’ locker-room.
"After a thorough
examination of the facts, we conclude that three starters on the
Dolphins offensive line,
Richie Incognito,
John Jerry and
Mike Pouncey,
engaged in a pattern of harassment directed at not only Martin, but
also another young
Dolphins offensive lineman ... and a member of the
training staff."
The
140-page report, by independent investigator
Ted Well, looked into
claims by
Jonathan Martin that he was bullied by fellow offensive
lineman Richie Incognito and others on the team.
Ted Wells wrote
that on two occasions in 2013, Martin considered suicide. Ted Wells
said that Martin allowed the release of this information.
The report also reveals inappropriate treatment toward another young offensive lineman as well as an assistant trainer.
"We find that the
Assistant Trainer repeatedly was targeted with racial slurs and other
racially derogatory language. Player A frequently was subjected to
homophobic name-calling and improper physical touching."
"Martin
was taunted on a persistent basis with sexually explicit remarks about
his sister and his mother and at times ridiculed with racial insults and
other offensive comments."
The report concludes that the NFL needs new guidelines to prevent
bullying and harassment of players.
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