NEW YORK (AP) – The NFL is under pressure from sponsors, fans and lawmakers for its handling of domestic violence allegations against several players. At issue is whether the league is acting swiftly enough to investigate or discipline players.
Here is a look at key developments Wednesday:
VIKINGS: WE MADE A MISTAKE
The Minnesota Vikings reversed course and indefinitely benched star running back Adrian Peterson, claiming they “made a mistake” in reinstating him as he faced a child abuse charge in Texas for spanking his son with a tree branch. In an interview with the Houston Chronicle, Peterson’s mother said the player was “trying hard to be a good parent” and that she had used her hand, branches and belts to discipline Peterson and his siblings. “When you whip those you love, it’s not about abuse, but love,” Bonita Jackson said.
DWYER ARRESTED