Incognito has on numerous accounts displayed violent actions towards teammates and other players in the NFL however, such as when he was on the Saint Louis Rams in 2006. He abused many teammates in the locker room, and brought bad chemistry to the team. He was also named the NFL's "Dirtiest Player" in 2009.
However, Richie was indeed a pro bowl tackle last year, and has demonstrated tremendous skill on the football field. This, perhaps, has drawn attention away from the fact that he is a cruel person (in my opinion) off the field. Incognito is the only offensive lineman on the Miami Dolphins in five years to make the pro bowl.
The combination of a terrible attitude off the field towards his teammates, and at times on the field, along with his great talent during the game begs many questions. First, how does this scandal between Incognito and Martin influence America's youth? America's young athletes look up to their NFL teams and players, so going even further does this give not just Incognito a bad reputation, but the NFL and professional sports in itself? And last, what message is this bullying scandal sending to young athletes all over the country? Being a better football player does not make you a bigger person, and the wrong message has gotten out thanks to Incognito.
Miami made a clear cut decision just two days ago that Incognito would be suspended indefinitely from the league, and permanently from the Miami Dolphins organization.
