It is entirely possible for a generally good person to make unfortunate decisions in the heat of the moment, especially within the context of something like a football game, placed in both a physical and competitive environment.
That is the case that Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett tried to make for himself yesterday as he pled his case during the appeal process after being handed down an indefinite suspension for his actions on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
With just seconds left in a game that was clearly in-hand, Garrett illegally took Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph to the ground.