The Facts:
Just as Roethlisberger will be held accountable for his actions, so will the Steelers. If (and when) Roethlisberger is punished, the franchise is facing a fine upwards of six figures -- possibly in the neighborhood of $200,000 -- for the behavior of Roethlisberger and former Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes, according to a league source.
Reported by ESPN.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Two seasons ago, when the NFL implemented its personal conduct policy, it also mandated that teams would be responsible for their players' off-the-field transgressions. If any player ran afoul of the policy's personal conduct guidelines, a team also would be accountable. Roethlisberger was accused of sexually assaulting a 20-year-old college student early in March. He was not charged in the incident. ... How much the Steelers will be penalized won't be determined until after NFL commissioner Roger Goodell decides on any punishment for Roethlisberger, which is not likely to come until after next week's draft. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, sources both in and around the league believe Roethlisberger will receive a suspension of between two and four games.
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