On bullying, football players should know better: #tellusatoday

We asked our followers what they thought about reports of bullying among teammates in the NFL. Comments edited for clarity and grammar.

I think that while it's childish to bully teammates, it cements my belief that football players don't grow up until retirement.

—@fabianaugustus

I'll believe the 1,695 active players in the NFL, who don't believe bullying is an issue, over one.

—@ScottBSheldon

It's football. If you can't handle a little bullying, then you probably shouldn't be playing in the NFL to begin with.

—@NicholasDavid12

No one is immune to cliques and insecurity. It's like middle-school terror but with 300-pound men.

—@RonaldVCastro

The most interesting aspect has been the victim blaming. This case demonstrates a flawed, stereotypical view of masculinity.

—@teach_keys

Toughen up! You're an NFL player. If this behavior bothers you, do something about it: Punch the guy in the mouth.

—@LunskiJeff

Who cares about NFL bullying? Cover other, more important stories instead.

—@TonyHanesPoetry

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