... to emerge unscathed from the allegations of rape.

Sports figures running into trouble with the law has become commonplace, but this one feels personal.  I was born in Ben's hometown of Findlay, OH.  I have never met the man and I'm not a Steelers fan, but we have something in common and that causes me to root for Ben on a deeper level.

My small connection aside, I can't help but question some of the details emerging in this developing story.

Similar accusations tend to involve some sort of romantic rendezvous ending with some bad judgement.  Apparently, the woman was sent to the room to fix a television.

I also find it troubling that the woman has not filed criminal charges.  I can't prete...

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