There’s more to the Sam Franklin Jr. spitting story than the suspension
Buffalo Rumblings • • sports
Key Points:
- Buffalo Bills special teams player Sam Franklin Jr. was suspended for allegedly spitting at Las Vegas Raiders tackle DJ Glaze, despite inconclusive video evidence of the incident.
- An investigation process similar to civil investigatory standards would rely heavily on multiple witness testimonies and a preponderance of evidence to determine the likelihood of the spitting incident.
- The author, a trained investigator, reviewed related plays and found escalating tensions between Franklin and Glaze during the game, including instances of physical altercations that may have contributed to the conflict.
- While Franklin’s guilt regarding the spitting remains uncertain, the broader context reveals a more complex and contentious interaction between the two players throughout the game.
- The article emphasizes the importance of thorough investigation and considering all relevant actions before drawing conclusions or issuing punishments in such cases.
