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Originally Posted by Textcritic
You sure could have fooled me, with all your incredulity and ire directed to those who have been open to the idea that Wideman is acting with intent here.
I am much more confident in what I can see than in what I imagine to be occurring in the minds of others. To that end, I think that any argument that this is nothing more than a simple collision between a player and an official is not borne out by the video. Moreover, I'm not entirely convinced that "intent" is the only measure by which this case will be decided. Culpability is often extended beyond one's motivations. In their efforts to protect officials, I would have to think that Wideman's responsibility for his own actions—or reactions—would weigh heavily in any decision made about how long to suspend Wideman.
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The rule requires the action to be deliberate, so intent is pretty much the only issue for culpability.
I see the video completely differently than you. I am also not directing any ire at you, who I respect as a poster, (or anyone with a contrary view except perhaps those who insist they must be right or are trashing the player needlessly).