NFL owners unanimously approved a revised personal conduct policy on Wednesday in wake of criticism over the league’s handling of several domestic violence cases. Under the new policy, a special counsel for investigation and conduct will oversee initial discipline, but Commissioner Roger Goodell will retain authority to rule on appeals. The policy also includes a more extensive list of prohibited conduct and specific criteria for paid leave for players charge with a crime of violence. - Associated Press Follow updates: ift.tt/1uXKQZXOwners Approve New Personal Conduct Policy abcnews.go NFL owners approved changes to the personal conduct policy Wednesday, but Commissioner Roger Goodell will retain authority to rule on appeals. A special counsel for investigations and conduct will oversee initial discipline, Goodell said. The commissioner also may appoint a panel of...
Posted on: Wed, 10 Dec 2014 19:25:19 +0000
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