Yes, Shawne Merriman was banned from participating in the Pro bowl due to his positive steroid test earlier this year, and not one American gave a shit. Not even Merriman himself. Why would he? No one watches the Pro Bowl, and he can still go Hawaii. It's like he's going to the company picnic but he can't play in the softball game because he embezzled millions of dollars. Maybe he would have enjoyed the game, but is he really losing any sleep over it? Not a chance. He should have been suspended for a whole year.
Meanwhile, Peyton Manning is enjoying his Super Bowl success. The line to blow him is now 3 blocks long, and consists almost entirely of television sports commentators. That being said, he does at this point have to be considered when discussing the all time greats, something I can say with confidence will never spill over to his little brother, Eli. He sucks.
