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Originally Posted by banyon

Well, it's not like it's just some posters here on Chiefsplanet that think it's inappropriate. Chiefs' management/ownership persuaded players not to wear the number on their jerseys because it sent the wrong message. If he was their best bud or whatever, then that' fine, but the organization can't be showing support for a murderer.

Exactly. They should allow the individual players to do what they feel is appropriate and let them take the responsibility for their actions. The FRANCHISE cannot be seen as 'condoning murder' in any way, shape, or form. Likewise, I think it's wrong for them to act like Belcher's loss is insignificant. The team had a bit more than 24 hours to figure out what was the most respectful approach to all involved while still allowing his friends to honor their fallen teammate. A very delicate situation that I think they've handled rather well.

Another thought, assuming he told them what he'd done, Jovan might have been showing some serious remorse for his actions to Pioli and Crennel. They were not afraid to be near him even though he was apparently distraught and with a gun. I think that speaks volumes on how much they believed Jovan had acted out of character and was of no danger to them.