This one is gonna be rough, so let’s get this out of the way: athletes should never, ever be considered role models. Just because someone has a public platform does not mean they should be looked to by the public (you and me) as examples of how to act. Athletes are just as diverse as anyone else in their actions and opinions, ranging from Colin Kaepernick’s divisive peaceful protest of the national anthem to the philanthropy of Drew Brees’ charitable foundation and Aaron Hernandez’ violent gang activities and murders. Regardless, don’t put them on a pedestal.
Joe Mixon’s pattern of violence should keep him off Saints’ draft board
