Its that simple. Either way, there is nothing JR can do if Newton goes and gets a dozen tattoos and piercings tomorrow. Whether he wanted to get a tattoo or not he should have stood his ground and said respectfully sir, I dont have any tattoos or piercings, but I alone will decide if I do or I dont. This isnt a matter of an owner telling a player how to dress and act; its about a businessman maximizing his products marketability. I dont have any. I said, Do you have any piercings? He said, No, sir. Aug 24, 2011 8:24 AM I always laugh at people who think that their boss cant dictate how they dress, look, etc. the NFL really this stupid These JR backers are really excited about being model employees and doing what your boss says. Jerry is old school Plain and simple. NOW that is FUNNY. Arent there baseball teams that dictate whether a player can grow a beard? freedomispopular says: thats where again i have issue. That could be construed to be a health and safety issue, particularly in a contact sport. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? It happens in many different workplaces. Lavezzi, as well as being one of the strongest Argentine strikers, is one of the most tattooed football players in the world. LaMarcus Aldridge has more than one tattoo 1. If you had something worth 500 million dollars, would you be worried what any of the posters on PFT thought? Everybody has made good points in this discussion. Russell Westbrook 10. The guys is paying him millions of dollars to be the face of his franchise. In this country we have the freedom to make bad decisions. In the time it took me to post this he prolly sold 10,000 chicken biscuits. Derrick RamsayBa't naman gano'n, Derek Ramsay? Umiyak tuloy si Jerry Richardson is an A$$. Football Tattoos For Men yes its true, lots of companies have policy against visible tats while at work, and i can agree with that. the guy owns a team and has a right to employ whomever he chooses to as long as he doesnt discriminate on a very specific set of items. It isnt illegal for the boss to discriminate against people with tattoos or piercings. If Newton wants a tat, wait until youre washed up in 4 years. Back Football Tattoos 7. Obviously, it didnt phase Cam who is there to play football. And uh, I am a Raider fan. Keyonta Muhammad Ansari, 7-May, /post/keyonta-muhammad-ansari/, -118. I am the biggest Panthers fan and Cam Newtons most staunch supporter(and he needs it in Charlotte), since his first game against Clemson last year. Personal individuality and freedoms are being taken more and more by corporations that see their workforce as disposable and easily replaceable, hence, they believe they can tell you what to think, who to be, what you do with your body, they monitor what you say on facebook, twitter, and other social media in order to try to stifle personal opinions and thoughts. The decision to hire "police tattoo experts" to examine NFL players is not only racist, but a really stupid idea, every way you consider it. No. In the real world one is not restricted to one team or look for a new line of unemployment. The NFL has punished several players for violating the leagues personal conduct policy, some without criminal charges. Those who choose not to abide by the new regulations will be subject to fines and other disciplinary action including the possibility of suspension. LOL Carolina Panthers' Jerry Richardson to Cam Newton -- No tats, You pay me that kind of money, you own me Im yours, sir. But to single Cam out specifically, esp since hes black, is tainted with the stench of blatant racism. I liked it better when players took steroids bigger,stronger,faster whats wasnt to like ? It was simply a job interview. OMG Nobut players should know what the owners like. I have a problem with the fact that this was even a part of his thought process. I have no visible tats and no piercingsbecause its BAD FOR BUSINESS!!! Newton is entitled to pay attention, or to ignore him, and the CBA doesnt give Richardson any freedom to fine him. just because you own a company/team, doesnt mean you can tell your employees to do whatever you want. You want no tats or piercings? If Jerry Richardson is a racist, how come he drafted Newton to be the face of the franchise? Tattoosshmeh not so much. Angry, by They should call this site OldFogeyTalk instead. Nothing worse than going to the doctors office and my freaking nurse has a nose piercing. Cam didnt have to sign the contract, and Richardson can run his own business. 27 world championships later, maybe they are onto something. Obviously there are exceptions to this idea such as Mike Vick but even Vick acknowledged that before his stint in the clink he didnt spend near enough time studying. NFL to Ban Tattoos From a business stand point Mr. Richardson is well within his rights to make that request. It is a joke people support such dumb rules to be enforced on someone. Oh this is NOT gonna get 8 pages of comments about how bad this man is out of his mind Nope lol wow. Yeah, because having 60-80 yr old white guys running things has worked out so well lately.we should also commend them for extending their personal believes onto younger generations, because change is bad. Impact of NFLs Potential New Policy on Tattoos General Aug 15 Bruce Feldman of CBS tweeted, Spoke w longtime NFL personnel man who said in wake of Aaron Hernandez teams may use police experts to check prospects tattoos. This generated a slew of questions from football fans and Americans in general. Side Football Tattoos 8. Most employers have some sort of dress code employees must stick to-even our military when it comes to tattoos and piercings. Cam wanted the money that comes with being the #1 pick. I dont see what the big deal is. successful business owners in general (not the rule) tend to be type A personalities that think because they are the boss they can control everything. but to be able to dictate what one chooses to do with his/her body (as long as its not immoral/illegal) as an employer? The difference is you can also go to another restaurant that allows tats and piercings. Giannis Antetokounmpo. Just as long as it isnt in the form of a threat or ultimatum. I guess he would turn down the new Tom Brady? I dont see what the big deal is. Shin Football Tattoos 13. theres a big difference between an owner of a business and the owner of a sports team that alot of you are not mentioning. I actually dont mind this and agree with the sentiment. They have the ability to quit and do something else just like we all do if they dont like the business they work for. Tattoos in sports video games face legal challenge To everyone that keeps talking about my companys policy handbook has thisThis doesnt apply to this situation because Cam is being singled out. He interviewed for a sales position with a company, and showed up at the interview with an earring. And the CBA limits the teams rules in this regard to reasonable rules about appearance. In the end it is Cams decision how idiotic he wants to make himself look. A man child would go get tatoos despite what the guy said. People forget that these guys work FOR the owners just like you work FOR your boss. I just want to play football.. A winning QB gets the endorsements, so as long as he win games then his endorsements will be there. He seems like an all around great guy. If teams want shrink the talent pool they pick from then all the power too them. How many would just harbor a disdain and not address it? And if I got them, and suddenly was let go, can I really say my rights have been infringed upon? Paul Pogba. For someone who nearly died a few years ago and had to undergo a quadruple bypass, he has an odd way of showing an appreciation for life. On the other hand Im a little disapointed in Cam. I know I dont. Truth is though, Richardson is doing Newton a favor. You have to love the way that Americans are being conditioned; dont let Government tell you anything, but do everything that your boss tells you. Man I usually HATE when the race card is played but this sure walks a fine line. I wouldnt. Im not sure why NFL players should be any different. tattoo As others have pointed out, the Yankees enforce a dress code for their players. So save all the rediculous comments about athletes being slaves. I have tats all overhowever, I now work in a field that requires I cover them when there. This is kin to Cowherd making his point that Romo needs to take that damn backwards baseball cap off.. Jerry Richardson is becoming the East Coast Al Davis. If Cam doesnt like it he can work somewhere else, right? I dont agree with facial and neck tattoos, and primarily an ear piercing really is not that big of a deal. Arm Football Tattoos 4. Ronaldo is a great player on and off the pitch and has opted to help humanity. uncwseahawks25 says: Aug 24, 2011 8:57 AM. Furthermore, check yourself in the mirror bro, for the way you embarrassed yourself and your franchise with your handling of preliminary CBA negotiations. There are 31 other that might want to employ me, so its your choice sir! There are laws against being singled out like that. A guy who has size, strength and perfectly merges RB talent and elite passing skills. Come to think of it, Ive seen far more whites with tattoos and piercings falling off their bodies than I have blacks. If he doesnt have any at this age he probably doesnt want them, but its the principle. Let your play do the talking. This while working in Chicago. Embiid is currently enjoying one of the best seasons in his career, averaging 29.6 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game. I dont have tattoos or any piercings, and I would like to keep it that way. As for Richardson not wanting Cam to get tats or piercings, its his team and he can request or demand how his players look on the field or in front of the press. There are trade offs. Cam Newton has no opportunity, zero, to find gainful employment in his chosen field other than to work for JR. Im a bleeding heart liberal, but believe Richardson is within his rights here, and its to Cams best interest. Ill be posting some of the most interesting aspects of their discussion right here. It wont happen if he has alot of tatoos or piercings. If not, than hes way out of line. Cmon Cam show a pair! ( conservatism reigns)Not unlike the person in the White House, Cam is being rejected for who he is and not what he does. We want to keep no tattoos, no piercings, and I think youve got a very nice haircut., Interjected the host: You sound like a Lombardi., Said Richardson, No, I just sound reasonable to me.. Cam Newton doesn't have any tattoos on his body, and his ears are unpierced. If you work ANYPLACEyou have to follow rules. After all, this is a business, would you go to McDonalds if Ronald had 15 piercings all around his mouth and nose?