The Facts:
As Roethlisberger awaits the 2:00 p.m. E.T. announcement from Ocmulgee (Ga.) Judicial Circuit District Attorney Fred Bright regarding whether Roethlisberger will be charged with sexual assault, Ben has another item on the calendar that could cause considerable sweating and fretting. Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports that Roethlisberger and will meet this week with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Two weeks ago, Goodell said that he plans to meet with Roethlisberger at the "appropriate time." According to PFT's Mike Florio, the fact that the meeting has been set for later this week could be interpreted as an indication by the league office that it believes the criminal case will indeed be closed on Monday.ESPN reported on Friday night that Bright will not be charging Roethlisberger. If Roethlisberger isn't charged, it's unclear whether the Personal Conduct Policy authorizes a suspension. Even if that's not the case, it wouldn't preclude the Steelers from suspending Big Ben if they so desire. ... Stay tuned.
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