Ezekiel Elliott from what we know hasn’t really done anything wrong besides putting himself in situations where people can infer than he has done wrong.
You technically shouldn’t be suspended for that, but the NFL has its own set of rules. Jerry Jones though it seems according to PFT is ready to raise hell if his star running back is suspended.
The implication of this new report is clear — Goodell, if he’s indeed keeping away from the Elliott case, may be trying to avoid any blame for the final outcome. Owner Jerry Jones repeatedly has reiterated his belief that no domestic violence occurred, and he reportedly accosted Friel last year over the issue.
Some believe Jones has made it clear that he won’t go along quietly if the league suspends Elliott, and Jones already has made it clear in a separate context that he wants all owners to be involved in determining the Commissioner’s compensation, with the goal of reducing it. Jones could attempt to advance this crusade, or possibly try to reduce the Commissioner’s pay to zero dollars plus benefits, if Jones believes that Goodell is responsible for the decision.
Jerry Jones is one of if not the most powerful owner in the NFL.
Will be interesting to see how this plays out.