T or not T, that is the question?

[Adam]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

This proves my point. We have people in the other thread that were so eager to follow NF dogma or make an interpretation out of their opinion about what was wrong and in this we have people that want to look the other way when there is an even clearer interpretation. There is no mention of what words are profanity or when they should be used (who hears it and how loud), but there is a rule that says this specific action is completely illegal. But to me it has context and I have enough juice to explain both if not called.

Peace

Not sure to whom you're referring, but I was very clear that my statements on the T were based on local practice in three separate metro areas in which I've worked. I'm not even sure the NFHS was mentioned other than to note that frustration with oneself or teammates is not an excuse for language that would otherwise draw a T.

You're the only one who suggested that your area might not condone such a call when the player's words are not directed towards the officials. Of course, even then, it seemed you would likely call the T but your backtracking, twists, and turns indicated you really didn't want to tell us what you'd do.

It's a funny thing about consistently leaving yourself an out and taking advantage of it when called to the carpet; people stop trusting what you say and start wondering what you meant.

I might be able to think of a few words that, without context, match or exceed the F word in universal derision; but they're all racial or sexual.