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I would think that should get time in jail, plus years of probation, which would include required counseling. In most jurisdictions, he would have monitored visits with his children. Obviously, he should still be responsible for child support. He might also be required to pay for therapy and any additional costs to the child's family.
I see no reason for the NFL to add to this sentence, or to be involved in an way.
As far as the Vikings are considered, their considerations are different. To me, the issue is what do until there is a decision by the courts. Unfortunately, the decision could be a plea bargain, with no decision for months.
I would suggest that suspension with pay and counseling is reasonable (and I believe the action that MINN has taken, although the counseling would likely not be made public). Again, I see no reason for the team to add to the punishment by the legal authorities.
And yes, the Vikings could decide that it is simply too costly to keep Peterson, and fire him, now or at then end of the proceedings or the season. But that is a TEAM decision. Any other team could then hire him.
I see no reason for the NFL to add to this sentence, or to be involved in an way.
As far as the Vikings are considered, their considerations are different. To me, the issue is what do until there is a decision by the courts. Unfortunately, the decision could be a plea bargain, with no decision for months.
I would suggest that suspension with pay and counseling is reasonable (and I believe the action that MINN has taken, although the counseling would likely not be made public). Again, I see no reason for the team to add to the punishment by the legal authorities.
And yes, the Vikings could decide that it is simply too costly to keep Peterson, and fire him, now or at then end of the proceedings or the season. But that is a TEAM decision. Any other team could then hire him.