I don't know where to start. I don't get it. Why would you be involved in gang activity or shootings when you are a successful pro-athlete, who seemingly has things all set. You make enough money to not worry. Right?
Maybe Aaron Hernandez didn't feel respected. Maybe that motivated him to do something stupid. Do people want money or do they want respect?
I think the idea of being disrespected is more of a motivator than money in many instances.
Meanwhile, I was very happy to see that the Patriots are offering jersey exchanges for people who own Aaron Hernandez jerseys. Jerseys are more personal than a team hat and it's obvious that people will not want to associate themselves with someone like Aaron Hernandez.
One thing I feel bad for with athletes is the amount of money they get and the amount of people around them who feel like they are entitled to getting a cut. Their will be women who are looking to attach themselves to them. Their will be family members who need help, friends who have great business ideas. It has to be hard to figure out who to trust, when they are viewed as stipend givers. Can you imagine having your best friends and family members asking you for money all the time? They know what you make in your contract. It's publicized. Can you imagine how hard it is to say no to family and close friends?
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