flexxskins Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Posted by Michael David Smith on December 19, 2012, 2:23 PM EST http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/12/19/rob-parker-on-rg3-comments-i-blew-it-and-im-sincerely-sorry/ Rob Parker, the ESPN commentator who was suspended after saying on the air that he questions whether Robert Griffin III is authentically black because he is engaged to a white woman, has now issued an apology. Although Parker initially defended his comments and called his critics “silly” and “uneducated,” Parker said in the statement he posted on Twitter today that after six days to reflect, he has seen the error of his ways. “I blew it and I’m sincerely sorry,” Parker wrote. “I completely understand how the issue of race in sports is a sensitive one and needs to be handled with great care. This past Thursday I failed to do that. I believe the intended topic is a worthy one. Robert’s thoughts about being an African-American quarterback and the impact of his phenomenal success have been discussed in other media outlets, as well as among sports fans, particularly those in the African-American community. The failure was in how I chose to discuss it on First Take, and in doing so, turned a productive conversation into a negative one. I regrettably introduced some points that I never should have and I completely understand the strong response to them, including ESPN’s reaction. Perhaps most importantly, the attention my words have brought to one of the best and brightest stars in all of sports is an unintended and troubling result. Robert Griffin III is a talented athlete who not only can do great things on the field, but off the field handles himself in a way we are all taught – with dignity, respect and pride. I’ve contacted his agent with hopes of apologizing to Robert directly. As I reflect on this and move forward, I will take the time to consider how I can continue to tackle difficult, important topics in a much more thoughtful manner.” Click link above for the rest of the article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyKilmer Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 He is sorry ... Sorry he got suspended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek1973 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 this is what I think. he wrote all this and I still think he doesn't get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWFLSkins Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Blah, blah, blah, whayyyyy, the world hates me and I want my words back! (sums up the paragraph) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsfan07 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 What he wrote on paper was this "apology" but what he was saying in his head the whole time was "he still ain't down for the cause." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggo-toni Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 So, is he a truly penitent man, or just a cornball penitent? I mean, is he really sorry, or just supporting his cause (making money for Rob Parker)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
professor21 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 damage control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kleese Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Ah, I think it's a legit apology. He didn't just say "I'm sorry if I offended anyone....." I DO think there is a conversation to be had about this, but Parker went completely over the line an came off as a bigot and a thoughtless. He admitted as much, publicly said he was sorry and is attempting to apologize directly to RG3. I can accept that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farbod21 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Let me translate... Can I please have my job back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bch89 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Man he's a cornball brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWVASkinFan Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 What makes you think HE actually wrote it? That sounds far too intelligent for him to have written all by himself... My guess is he just signed his name to something someone else penned for him... But I agree with those above...he isn't sorry for what he said, just sorry that he got in trouble for it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kindred Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I question whether Rob Parker is authentically sorry because he wrote that down on white paper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bifflog Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebreaker Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I doubt he is sincerely sorry about what he said. More like he's sorry he's on step from being unemployed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doghouse4x4 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 He is sorry ... Sorry he got suspended. Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWFLSkins Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 some of the comments on the PFT page,,,,lol.. jwil444 says: Dec 19, 2012 2:34 PM “That might be the most sincere and honest apology I’ve ever heard in my life”……….said nobody. overweightman says: Dec 19, 2012 2:33 PM Real men apologize on twitter… marshawnlynchlookslikepredator says: Dec 19, 2012 2:31 PM Apology accepted… Oh wait, you’re fired! 23 0 stillers7 says: Dec 19, 2012 2:31 PM are we still uneducated and silly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HailToTheRedskins14 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Personally, I didn't really care what he said in the first place. It was just a laughable foot in mouth moment. As for the apology, look at his tweets the next day to see how he really feels. He ****ily bragged about being back on TV the next day and basically defended his silly comments. He had lame ass Internet fighs with people about it. Then he gets suspended and he changes his tune. What a dork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gart Monk Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 RP is a scumbag racist. **** him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rpredskins Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 If the Redskins were 5-9 maybe this story would be important. Frankly this moron can say whatever he wants, I'm pretty sure RG3 doesn't give a damn and Redskins fans and players and coaches are 10000000 times more concerned about winning than about somebody on espn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EatSleepSkins Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 ESPN should make Rob Parker stand on the corner with a I'm a cornball brother sign tied around his neck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gortiz Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 he didn't blow crap ... he used very directed and very clear and concise thoughts to get his ignorant message across. You know who blew it, Jimmy The Greek. He was drunk, he said something that probably came out not like how intended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy614 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Hey Rob.....FU...enough said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sizzla3000 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Parker is a cornball brother. A real ninja from the streets would have never backed down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy614 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 ESPN should make Rob Parker stand on the corner with a I'm a cornball brother sign tied around his neck. LOL...I love that idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinz4Life12 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 too late too late cornball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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