What Happened to Josh Gordon? Part 1: How He Became an Addict!
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- The story of NFL WR Josh Gordon.
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Your storytelling skills are absolutely off of the charts. You suck me into anyone’s story. You do an outstanding job of actually allowing us to see the stories from the athlete’s perspective; something the media doesn’t replicate. Kudos to you, brother!
Anthony Monda honestly he sounds so enthusiastic and interesting to listen to
Suffian Kamara no homo Fr fr
He needs his own show on ESPN where he has full creative control.
@@CptWhit3y he can have a show on ESPN or he can have a show with complete creative control, at ESPN he can only have the show and not control lol
@Daniel 1 dude you're just coming out looking like a dumb asshole. First you get triggered over something the original poster didn't even get upset about. Then you show youre racist because you assume he's black because he smokes at work then say he probably works minimum wage. Lots of recreational states out there that I'm sure allow it. If anyone here is a piece of shit it's you sir. no matter what you may believe you are the one whos fucked up. Good day sir.
Three years sober and one of the HARDEST obstacles I’ve ever had to overcome. My hats off to anyone that has struggled and overcome the disease of addiction.
But who did it take to end your addiction? You right? The same way YOU did the drug. Addiction isn’t a disease, it’s a mental fight for yourself. You take the drug, you become the drug.
Sober from weed? Weed has never hurt anyone my fiend ✌️
@@edwardcastillo3717 respectfully I have to disagree. I have been too close to addiction my entire life. Believe me, it is a disease. One of the deadliest ones out there too. I understand your point, I simply disagree.
Josh Gordon has tried every drug in the book, it isn’t weed dude.
Word
Flemlo is great, but I especially like how unbiased he is. This kid got a bright future.
Flemlo, peace
@@kumiesh yea I'm late 40's haha
"If he's overwhelmed by anxiety or something bad happens.. he gets high. Then if something good happens he celebrates by ALSO GETTING HIGH."
okay that one hit pretty close to home.
Tru story here too fam🤦🏾♂️....
Ain’t lyin
@@seansimms2581: love your honesty fam...👍🏾
Facts
No cap
Everyone always talks about how sad it is about his talent. No one talks about how sad it is about him as a human.
NDSD 1
This is a topic in itself
Fr bro
NDSD 1 you dont think his talent actually emphasizes his humanity? I could argue that the fact that he’s so talented appeals to his humanity because he’s such a talented man and which makes it even sadder to see him fall to a drug addiction
The stigmatisation of weed is concerning
Dominant Persona for sure but with josh it’s just way more than that. I have two uncles and a couple of friends that are mentally addicted to weed. They smoke it everyday to get through the day. They try to quit and I guess they can’t sleep so I think it’s important we advise people that weed can do that to you but for someone to to be suspended for weed is so stupid.
Thanks for tackling this FlemLo. This is an important story and there's details that people should know before judging Josh unfairly.
Yeah, its not Gordon's fault that he got those DUI's. The bar tenders made him drink and then drive. And when he robbed houses, that not his choice either - that mega millionaire needed the cash. And drinking before games - we all get drunk at our place of employment. And don't tell that taking illegal drugs is STUPID either. C'mon bro - Gordon is a victim!
@@DougSchofield I didn't say he was a victim. I didn't say he wasn't responsible for his actions. I was just thanking Flemlo for providing some insight into the man's story beyond merely breaking out torches and pitchforks. Addiction is horrible, it clouds your judgement, it ruins lives. We can either try and learn something from these cautionary tales, or keep doing what we've always done and never see things get better.
@@CollegeFootballNerds I know you didn't say he was a victim. I said that because FlemLo is making so many excuses for Gordon. I agree with your addiction statement too. And to add to your last sentence, one of the things that Gordon's story teaches is that, in-order to improve, we have to take ownership for our actions.
I didn't see Flemlo excusing away what happened as much as he was providing back story. I had no idea Gordon got addicted to drugs in the 7th grade, but I do know how addiction can be an impossible bond for a lot of people who can't break it. I think people like Gordon need a healthy balance of tough love and grace in their lives. Too much of either pushes them right back down the wrong path.
@@DougSchofield smh I bet u lived a great life u never had to deal with half what Josh gordan did so your statements are nothing to me lol your just living a life of never been through addictions or hard times good for you.. but that elitist attitude is reason people with issues dont care what u have to say
“Back then I judged them and maybe I could have helped” dang. I hope some of y’all younger kids see this.
I didn't see anyone drinking alcohol but there were definitely dudes smoking pot before a game. I never understood why. They said everything "slowed down" and they played better but their actual performance didn't show that lmao
As a recovering alcoholic, addict. Im praying for JG. Guy was loved by his teammates and was a true leader on the field. God bless him
My man flemlo working hard!
Not everyone needs a shovel to change the world!
@Andrew Man111 they had an idea and monetized it. Nothing wrong with digging holes trying to make money that way. But you don't necessarily have to know how to drive a forklift to make money. Or make smartphones to consider your way of making capital "work". This guy commenting has a way of conveying football news better than mainstream media. So you bashing him won't help because you dont think its work. News flash. No one gives a fuck what you think hater npc. He deserves praise for his effort and his "work". I bet you consider Tucker Carlson a hard "worker" or those hypocrites at Fox News. This guy is a hard worker. You can tell by the level of analysis and his presentation. He doesn't just spew shit out of his mouth. He's "working." Let the man "work" and go be negative somewhere else
As someone who has struggled majorly w anxiety and depression mixed w drug addiction I feel like you did an amazing job w this video. Not many people have the capacity to understand the demons that come w not only addiction but mental illness mixed in there. Great job, looking forward to part 2.
Ty for sharing bro frfr. Takes strength
So true man I dealt w mental illness and ptsd from tramatic childhood. I never did drugs tho as kid sports kept me clean till I was in my 30s and fell broke my back. Doctors had me on oxycodone for 7yrs then government w there opiet crisis forced my doctor and all doctors to just cut us off our meds cold turkey. I was on 30mg oxycodone 6 to 8 times a day for 7 years who ever thought I could just stop taking them has there own mental illness. That pushed me to the street looking for opiets that whole time I had a career. Until I was forced to street drugs I lost my family job and everything I had in life. I honestly and truly blame the government and there opiet crisis just shutting off our pain management patients meds off. They could of weaned us little by little or had some plan just not throw us to the fire.
Love you flash gordon. Lots of people rooting for you to stay clean. Even if you never come back to the NFL, we wanna see you succeed in life.
Go patriots!!
If he just wasn't getting so mad at Spider-Man all the time.
Stephen A Smith is a flipping clown for minimizing JG’s addiction issues. Addiction is a disease just like cancer and I hope Josh fights and overcomes it
Weed is as addicting as sweets, I smoked for 4 years straight... now clean for 5 months
@itsallgravy are you stupid or plain stupid?
Weed is no more addictive than dirt
@itsallgravy what credentials and experiences do you have to make that assertion? And how can you possibly know my exposure to marijuana and the ills it can bring upon someone? Must be one of those kids who just discovered smoking pot two weeks ago.
@@savagesouth1806 this is patently false. Weed is the number one drug people go to rehab for.
What's crazy is he made the NFL and became one of the best WR's without fully dedicating himself to the game. Imagine if he didn't do drugs and took care of his body.
He'll be a T.O. android -- despite the locker room issues.
MarloSoBalJr Gaming he’d be T.O times with a splash of Randy Moss and a tad bit of Megatron(Calvin Johnson) I actually want to seem humble really go hard
Maybe the drugs made him better. Let's not forget some can be PE.
FlemLo is the goat 🐐
How am I just finding this channel in Dec of 2019 WTF SMH. This channel is so dope
🤣🤣🤣 I'm not even into sports like most people and I just found this channel today. Alot of interesting stories.
Word is bond dog❓
Welp FlemLo here we are again...
December 16th 2019 Suspended
What happened to Dorial Green Beckham? He was Green-Beckham was the first wide receiver to be named USA Today Highschool Player of the Year since 1989. He was amazing in highschool, and went to the NFL for a few years, but he just recently got arrested for drug dealing. Also he was an orphan who got adopted by his highschool coach.
Dalton Steinkamp I forgot about dude. He could’ve been a stud :/
I would love to hear the full story on DGB. I do know a little bit about him (the fact that he was taken in by another family, in fact he even took on their last name.. can't remember if it's Green or Beckham) and from what I know, he'd be *perfect* for Flemlo's series. In a lot of ways, he sort of parallels Josh Gordon a bit. Maybe I just loved both of those players and that's what the similarity is to me.
he just got arrested a few weeks ago for having a pound of weed in Springfield, MO. As a Mizzou fan, it was crushing to see him have all the issues he has had.
He went titans got traded the eagles then got cut now he's out the league
He got arrested for having 35 Grams of Marijauna his possesion.
Josh Gordon could’ve been a top 5 receiver easily
Shawon Marshman fax
Shawon Marshman true. I think it’s fair to say he has an extremely deep, spiritual attachment to drugs.
@@Jake-ud2um hes in the league today youre at home dtill a year later 12th man 😂😂😂
xavier cox kind of
He was a top 1 receiver
I’m an addict and I know the struggle hope josh can keep his head above water because he deserves it he works hard to stay at that level
I'm an addict and give me a few million I'm quitting, I quit for 60k a year dude need help.
Naeem Tull that’s you some people the more money it’s more money for drugs money isn’t always the answer for drug addiction and can actually make it worse
@Framework333 My son made that picture and put it as my pic ahaha hadn’t noticed until now
Flash Gordon had potential to be a top 5 wide receiver OF ALL TIME
That's reasonably not an exaggeration....
N had a good duo with Baker mayfield
Jesse Avila he never played with baker tho
@@Seth_long22 he did, only for a couple of games
@@jessejames8774 him Tyrell Pryor and Callaway could of been a really good receiving core.
He went to West U Elementary same as me. He also made the 5th grade track team in 2nd grade.
Marshall L. Owens did u go to school with him ?
ThaFinesseKid no he’s awhile before me
I went to Lamar, the High school he went to. Unfortunately, I understand why he didn't improve
A lot of people are actually genetically more susceptible to addiction too. Before they ever try drugs at all, they are at a disadvantage. It is a physical disease and I’m glad you pointed it out Flemlo.
Jordan McNeill Cool I see you’re exceptionally mature and intelligent. But anyways. No. I mean just as your inherited genes might make you more susceptible to obesity, baldness, arthritis, or cancer, the same is true of addiction vulnerability. Some people need to be more careful than others. Look it up.
Jordan McNeill How dare that Chariot guy! Talking about something mentioned in the video in the comment section of the same video?! Who does that?! Lol. Gee you’re a rational guy Jordan.
I feel you. My parents were both heavy drinkers. One a former alcoholic. A grandparent was an alcoholic for some time. I myself find it crazy easy to drink and drink and there is NO stopping point. So I personally dont drink hardly at all. I try and keep it to a sip. Which is hard because I can drink until I Blackout.
Actually I didn’t repeat Flemlo on that I subject. I elaborated on it. Genetics were not mentioned once in this video. So I guess we’ll just add poor listener to your list of admirable traits.
Jordan McNeill Yea because Flemlo didn’t actually show a list of retarded ignorant comments on this subject at the start of this video, showing clearly his reason and the overall need to touch base on the subject. That definitely didn’t happen at all. You’re right. Good one. Man, you’re on fire today.
I just stumbled upon this video and then Googled Gordon to find that he’s been picked up my my Team, KC Chiefs! Wow! I hope he does well and this will make a great comeback story if he does.
Same I love the Chiefs
Never heard of him but my heart goes out to him. Thank you presenting his story in a non judgement way. Definitely subscribing!!
Please do a vid on Eric legrand he was a DT at Rutgers until he got paralyzed, he came and talked at my school and he was amazing.
Fans see athletes as super heroes they dont understand just because you play a sport that dont mean ppl have problems like for example u kno athletes wear clothes too you kno they eat food right so u should kno they have problems just like everybody else him having money dont stop his trauma
PoohCygg TV if anything money can make these problems worse. Just because you come up on some money doesn't mean addiction just stops.
Exactly mo money mo problems
Facts Cuz people are fucking weird and can’t separate reality from an organized game that don’t mean shit at the end of the day
The fact that Willie Jefferson is at least still playing some kind of football despite being the one kicked off first is just a bad look for Josh.. I really hope he does turn his life around eventually, even if he's not playing football.
Josh Gordon seems to be one of those kids that a lot of people will have a soft spot for. Gentle giant with a rough background. I really hope it's all behind him. I wish Martavis Bryant could recover like this too.
Bro your one heck of a storyteller. That's one of the fastest 19 min ever.
Flemlo ur story telling skills are the best u show so much stuff the media doesn’t say
Your storytelling is amazing. I love so much how you create your videos in a non-biased way. You look at all of the facts and you then create your storyline. It’s amazing. Hats off to you FlemLo!!
I'm glad I'm almost 3 years sober off drugs, when I started the first week, was dealing with relapse, I couldn't even feel the high due to the medication I was on from the program was blocking the high and keeping me normal
I'm happy progress is being made in my life compared to where I was at before, would be dead by now with an overdose
What was you ok
The way Flemlo tells the stories of these guys is amazing
I love learning all this background info on players, good shit! Can’t wait for part 2 👀
I've been following all of Gordon's interviews since his first suspension in the NFL in glad someone is giving it the attention it deserves. It is a sad situation for a phenomenal player.
Appreciate you opening up with facts about addiction - such a good storyteller all around with a balanced perspective. Great stuff! Love JG too
If one guy deserves a million subs, it’s this guy. Another great video my man thank you for the content!🙏🏽
Do what happened to Tavon Austin
Gio injuries.
Um he's on the cowboys lol
He conned the Rams into making him the most overpaid WR in the league!
@@frankdux3605 agreed. His 1 game against Oklahoma is what got him drafted high
Joe Mixon The Rams gave him something crazy, like four years 40 million with 30 mill guaranteed. He was so unproductive, he was making like 1 million per catch LMAO
I love your channel dude, awesome content and always extremely well researched. This is a sad story in many ways. As someone who struggled with serious addiction in the past & subsequently studied the neurochemistry of addiction, I appreciate the respectful manner in which you addressed the issue. Cheers dude
“Que the Wayne!” Yeaaaaaaa I’m no quitter cause ima go ima go ima gooo gettaaaaa🔥 hardest intro on CZcams PERIOD🙅🏽♂️🙅🏽♂️🙅🏽♂️
I know🤣
facts. literally never gets old.
Wayne is bin juice.. 😂
Drake in class with Josh like “I took a half he took the whole thing slow down” 🤣
Josh Gordon could’ve been on of the best if not the best WR of all time
He was basically a julio/t.o
I gotta tell ya. You have that rare gift of taking these complex issues and stories and step by step, with a pure analytical and down to earth explanation, make sense of these situations. And to be so objective about it all. Man. Keep up the good work.
Hearing you discuss addiction as the disease that it truly is means so much to me as a recovering addict. It’s so rare to encounter this perspective outside the recovery community. Thank you so much.
I love how FlemLo refers to S.A.S. when discussing how critics don’t understand Josh Gordon’s situation. He has overcome exponentially in ways that people do not give him credit for.
Damn, I am Josh Gordon. Im thankful for this video. Thank you flemlo and prayers for Josh Gordon
Bro - your foundation point was brilliant.
As a recovering addict, who started out on pain meds from surgical procedure - I can attest to continuing drug use is not exactly a conscious choice but an imbalance or defect in the brain, or for alcohol - an allergy. I have so much compassion and empathy for those struggling with this, but there's a fine line between using this issue as a problem versus an excuse. I love a good comeback story and was rooting for Josh super hard during his NFL return.
I hope anyone struggling gets the help they need to permanently overcome such a toxic way to live
Cheers FlemLo. Always love your content and watch as often as possible. You're never quick to judge and sitting on the outside - I can appreciate that, respect 👊
Fantastic way of getting not only interesting stories out but also informative. I've been binge watching these vids and I can't get enough of them!
Addict in a few years of recovery here. I had four years put together and ended up relapsing and being in a worse situation than I was in the first place. Pulled myself back together and got sober again. Used to be an athlete back in the day had a serious injury and multiple surgeries which put me on pain killers. I also happen to live about 20 minutes from Gillette so I followed Gordon pretty closely the last couple of months. Really thought that he was in a better place then he was but I think the pressure got to him. This shit isn't easy and I really do wish him well
@MrPbcable that's a good way of looking at it. I tend to get ahead of myself. For example I'm coming back up on 2 years after having relapsed and the cravings and thoughts got brutal this week
Stay busy my guys! Channel it to positive vibes. I know way easier said than done, but I’m really pulling for you guys! Some strong dudes to pull yourself out from that place! Keep it up!! Inspirational to say the least!
And he's released from the Pats now.........can't contain my sadness. I really loved as a Patriot and wish him the best wherever he goes next.
I love how this guy takes an unbiased position on all of these players.
Hey man great video, this actually meant alot to me being a guy that's dealt/dealing with the same problems. Really looking forward to Pt. 2
Flemlo, I know I don’t know you, but you seem like a great dude. Thanks for the content. 👍
I suffer from addiction and mental illness and I really appreciate how you talked about it so sensitively.
Great video as always. I also like your empathetic tone and your compassion for the people you tell stories about. Keep up the great work!
I actually feel sorry for Josh. Addiction can break even the strongest of people. I wish nothing but the best for this dude.
Bro you’re amazing for this understanding 💯💯
By the way I’m almost 3years clean of everything
The fact Lawrence Taylor does a line of coke for breakfast and he's still talked highly about I'll never understand.
Taylor's coke addiction has NOTHING to do with the beast he was when he played!
@@blackmillionairestatus5034 people talk shit about josh gordon but not taylor? Come on.
Everyone calls LT a crackhead. No way he would of played in today's NFL. Drug tests were pretty much nonexistent in this 80s.
@@sitizenkanemusic LT got suspended in his playing dAys
And beats women
Love the perspective you give in the what happened videos. So many of these dudes have been painted as bad people/criminals/failures by the media when there’s so much more to the story. Almost every video changes my perspective on the person
Thanks for this video flemlo as a recovering drug addict myself most people just don’t get how hard it is for us to change our lives. I’m 6 months clean and I still struggle to stay clean. You’re right on about almost everything you said. Keep doing what you do bro I love the vids stay killing it!
Weed shouldn't even be banned. It's healthier than painkillers
But smoking it is not. That is the problem. Also, it is quite addictive
Too Nerdyy true but it's easy to manage the high. Unlike other drugs
@@damitrimoore oh ya, marijuana is fine. What I'm saying is smoking it is bad, as smoking anythiing is very unhealthy
@N_JAMES you can absolutely drink thc infused drinks.
@N_JAMES oils, especially cbd oil is good. Edibles, the non-synthetic ones, etc. However usually by smoking, which is a downside and one of the reasons weed is considered bad.
Who’s here after what just happened?
Alot of us.
i read the story earlier today and next thing its on my recommended videos haha
What happened??...now I gotta put my google skills to use🙄
mssolo78 😂😂🤣 no cap
I’m here after what happened today
Flemlo I appreciate not only the talent for story telling but the humane empathy you show for your subjects. It’s something incredibly admirable.
Amazing video flemlo, this story NEEDED to be heard bro. Bless
Flem-goat
Well, here we go again. Was hoping the culture of brotherhood in Seattle would help him succeed. Best of luck from Seattle Josh.
Your assessment of addiction and commitment to shining light on the truth in how it effected this man's life is spot on. I know first hand as an addict in recovery. Salute.
This is soooooo good Flem! Good stuff bro. Part 2 lezzzgo
Dude got reinstated. Let's hope he can bounce back and conquer his demons
He got suspended today indefinitely wow 😳
If Josh Gordon just got to play despite his “flaws” I’m confident he would have been a top 3 receiver of the Calvin Johnson Era. He was an exceptionally productive addict.
Keep these vids up FlemLo your definitely one of my favorite football and youtubers in general. This was a great topic that a lot of people in the sports community need to discuss i know i had a couple teammates who dealt with the same thing. These promblems definitely go beyond the field or court. Hope ur channel grows more FlemLo🤟🏽
Love listening to you manifest your dreams through your impeccable storytelling my brother! Hope you keep going and thank you for everything you do! These are excellent!
You fire 🔥 with the story telling" on point"
Aye man I’ve heard some crazy recovery stories from years and years of using. I’m 2 years clean myself after 11 years of slipping up.
I've never watched a CZcamsr who I enjoyed listening to more. Super well done at every level, your stuff is really good, honest and straightforward 👍
Really great video! Can’t wait for Part 2. I hope you get the credit and followers you deserve for everything you put into this! Good luck in 2019!
i’m having major deja vu with this video 😭 i feel like i’ve seen it before
Cause all his vids look simalar
Can you do what happened to Thomas raws
Easy,
He was balling out, then shredded his knee, fell off for the Seahawks, signed with the jets, and was never heard from again
Jack Lezzard he never even injured his knee, he broke his ankle, I watched every game of his Seahawks career, so sad what happened to him.
@@americanmetalhead7318 oh, my mistake. Either way, he never really recovered, which really sucks cuz he was hella good for the Hawks. I had season tickets and he was a really electrifying player.
Jack Lezzard yeah, even nicknamed “mini beast mode” but now Seattle’s got Carson and he’s a beast, not to mention Penny and Davis, still sad what happened to Rawls.
You're so informative, impartial and fair. Excellent!
Great analysis Flemlo! Josh exhibited his need for help from the start yet no one picked up on it. For many it's hard for people to let go of the past, especially the feelings of inadequacy and shame from growing up with a troubled family life. It can affect a young soul to their adult hood and without true guidance you will always define your present life by your past. Josh Gordon is one of the best nfl talents I have ever seen and I hope he reads this comment. I hope he makes a return and acknowledges the man he can be!
As a Browns fan, it was frustrating watching his career from afar. Eventually, it became a matter of cheering him on to recovery, despite whom he played for or if he played at all.
Sounds like Josh Gordon is that person says " doesn't kill me , keep going"
So glad I came across you channel. Been watching so many of your videos lately and this might be my favorite yet. Thank you for this. Great video. Shed some light on a difficult topic to understand. Keep it up bro!!!
I respect your level of how much knowledge you have when it comes to understanding addiction/substance abuse, your parents did a great job raising you & your great at what you do you just gained me as a subscriber after this .
It’s amazing that he was getting high that much and was still a beast on the football field. That’s mind-boggling.
For all of you ignorant people that are about to comment "he's career is over" it's not. He can return but has to show that he can be sober for a extended period of time. Josh Gordon is my favorite NFL player btw been a fan of his since Baylor.
Big PapiJT i think the reason people say that his career is over is because no nfl team will take another chance with him
Big PapiJT he is done DUMB ASS..i don’t care if he’s your favorite player..you and him are both “DUMB” get help🤮🤮🤧
Big PapiJT dumb ass his career is over the nfl gave him so many chances.he won’t be back in the nfl
Sorry to burst your bubble but he ain't coming back he's done period
Lol it's for sure over. Dude got a million chances. Players usually don't get as many has he has.
Nice job with this story. The world needs more compassion. Just because you are physically talented, doesn't mean you don't have real world problems.
Ya killing it Flem! Great story telling and insight as always.
Like if he should do what happened to Dorial Green Beckham
Do what happen to the Legion Of Boom...or do Jamal Charles
Good job bro Very well put together video!!!! Kant wait to see part 2
Your videos have gotten me thru the hardest point of my life. You are a great storyteller and u truly care and feel for the people you make videos about. Also your story on how u got into these sports videos on CZcams is inspiring.
This might be an unpopular opinion but here goes:
Let me first say that I hope he gets help and is able to live a long productive life. Some people think he’s just wasted talent, which is harsh because he’s still a person. But some other people say that you can’t say anything bad about him which I think is incorrect. I understand that addiction is a disease not just a word. But unlike many other people who suffer from addiction to drugs, alcohol, sex, gambling or whatever, Josh is a million dollar athlete which means he has access to a bunch of methods and people to make sure he’s doing what he’s suppose to be doing. I don’t think it’s fair to treat him like he’s a sick puppy, he’s an adult going through a tough part of his life. Obviously it’s a very difficult process and not everyone gets it on their first few tries but he has to be better he has others that rely on him like his children and his teammates. To say that it’s almost okay for him to relapse because it’s hard is ridiculous. No shit it’s hard, that’s life. You got to find strength there because if you have no willpower then you’ll never get over it. I’m talking about the willpower to admit you have a problem not to get over it. He recently had that and was able to try to turn things around for this year. But he constantly is afraid to admit that he still has a problem. For example, HE posted on social media to say he was leaving the pats. One could look at that and say that he had the strength to admit that he messed up and relapse and made it known to fans first. But considering the NFL was about to suspend him I sadly can’t buy that. I think he wanted to get in front of this because he didn’t want people to think he let them down and instead made it seem like he was making this decision independently. Moving back to my point about willpower, again, I don’t mean the willpower to quit. That’s something I don’t expect from anyone to have because that takes a lot. I know that weed is probably a coping mechanism and he got suspended for using it and that weed being illegal in the NFL is stupid especially now. However, when he signed an NFL contract, HE knew that weed was illegal. If your job drug tests you and you know that and you still fail it you have no one to blame but yourself. Josh has failed himself more than anyone and I appreciate that he’s still trying to take care of his problem now. I could care less about the stats on the field if he was consistently sober, but that’s not the issue right now. And think about all the teammates and coaches that wasted, and yes I mean wasted, their time getting him up to speed with the playbook. Josh Gordon having a family is a common excuse but you know who also has a family? Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Tyrod Taylor, Hue Jackson, Josh McDaniels, the list goes on and on. They put their personal lives aside to help out Josh to make sure he was prepared on Sundays. You think their families were happy about that? I’ve said it before Josh needs help and I hope he gets it, but people need to stop shielding him from legitimate criticism. Not “stay off the weed” or “he’s wasted so much talent” but rather, “you had all these people you tried to help you, who care about you, and you let them down?” or “do you realize you have an addiction?”
I 100% agree and hope he grts help.
Of course he realizes he has an addiction man, have you ever listened to him? One of the hallmark signs of a recovering addict is the way they are open about their addiction, and he's been exactly that. Also, I seriously do doubt that he knew he was gonna be suspended when he made that statement. He's not perma banned, they haven't even said if he came up dirty, for all we know he could've gotten caught w something, even something minor like k2, kratom, alcohol, maybe was found w someone who had something, who knows. Something that he might not have expected to be suspended for. Whatever it was hopefully it'll come to light and explain why it might hv looked like he was trying to capture the narrative. I don't think he was though, he's not shady like that.
And also, a deep rooted addiction has no mercy for those around you. It has no mercy for you either, the addicted, or your wants, needs, morals, values. You are forced to succumb to it, or you learn to cope. He just hasn't fully learned to cope on his own yet. I guarantee he never wanted to let anyone down. Just hasn't had a choice, not until he has the tools to do so.
losangelescardinals you definitely could’ve condensed that but you’re confusing saying it’s hard with saying he has no responsibility, which no one is saying at all.
blacklite911 never said he has no responsibility
I’m a Utah fan, I wish he actually played for us.
This is a great video. You give a very balanced look at a tragic story. So much of drug abuse is rooted in social/psychological scars.
Love your content!
I just want to say I'm a new fan and love your videos. I've seen a few here and there and I always care about what you think, but I'm finally clicking the subscribe button today because you deserve it. It must take a lot of work to put these together, considering all the research it takes. You dedicate a lot of time to this channel and I thank you for that, as someone who loves these videos but would not ever be bothered to do research unless it is all condensed into a 10-20 minute video.
my heart goes out to Josh for his full recovery and my prayers.
We need more people like Flemlo and less clowns like Screamin A. Smith
Flemlo i been following ur channel for a yr now and i never ever get bored of what u have to say actually when im down n out ill watch ur channel and it actually makes me feel better keep up the hard and dedicated wrk bro ur doing ur thing got lots of respect for u. By the way i hope all is well with ur son and family bro.
You bring a lot of humanity to your videos. I love it. Thanks for the great content!