Careless Decisions, Severe Impacts
In the current era of technology and social media, it has become difficult for celebrities to hold any aspect of secrecy in their lives. This holds that when celebrities, specifically football players, run in with the law, the event becomes the talk of the town, or in this case, the entire country. Leading up to the National Football League’s 2014-2015 season, the NFL has come under heavy scrutiny after upwards of 100 players were arrested since the year 2012. The NFL responded by recording an added 52 incidents throughout 2014. (USA Today, NFL PLAYER ARRESTS) The arrests vary in significance; some are simply laughable, such as Dallas Cowboys running back Joseph Randle, who was caught stealing women’s underwear from department stores. Yet some were eerily serious such as former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher, who was cited for a murdering his girlfriend before ultimately committing suicide; casting a cloud over the NFL for its lack of attention to the effects of head trauma.
The reality is no matter the offense, the impact is dramatically tarnishing of the NFL’s image, let alone those who are impacted by it. As the dominant sport in the country, American Football and especially the NFL are looked upon to instill discipline, leadership, and respect into the youth, particularly the less-privileged. However, these events of civil disobedience send an amplified message to those who rely on the NFL, one that implies being above the law. Not only is this notion clearly untrue as obvious by the mass of player arrests, but the harsh reality is many of these kids will not make it to the professional sports level; forcing them to use their un-sharpened social skills in real world institutions.
In an effort to ‘stop the bleeding,’ the NFL has taken some effort to repair relations with its followers. For example, the NFL recently collaborated with the organization NO MORE which advocates against domestic violence, another one of the NFL’s major issues. However in the few short days of 2015, the results seem nonexistent as nine more arrests have been reported.

Works Cited
“NFL PLAYER ARRESTS.” USA Today. Gannett, n.d. Web. 08 Feb.2015.              <http://www.usatoday.com/sports/nfl/arrests/2014/all/all/>.

STU

          At Louro restaurant in New York City, Stu continues to simmer in the kitchen, patiently waiting for various additions. The rich broth is developed with many different flavor  elements, “everything from kabocha squash to beef trimmings to lobster shells” (Sterling, ” Why You Shouldn’t Be Terrified of This Never-Ending Stew”). Nicknamed the “Perpetual Stew,” Chef David Santos’ creation has been simmering for five months after his desire to limit food wastes. Chef Santos boasts his stew’s ample health benefits, noting that its prolonged simmering fully extracts vitamins and minerals from its ingredients (Sterling, ” Why You Shouldn’t Be Terrified of This Never-Ending Stew”).

          The editor, Justine Sterling, effectively grabs the readers attention by depicting the stew’s personification as an individual that tweets often and holds taste preferences. After a brief description, Sterling mentions that kitchen scraps are constantly added to the same pot which has been simmering for five months; a characteristic which may turn customers away. However, she immediately reassures the critics by noting that bacteria cannot develop because the stew is constantly exposed to heat. Furthermore, she invites the reader to try the stew, mentioning that it can be purchased in two unique flavor options. Finally, Sterling leaves the reader with yet another piece of goodwill by featuring Chef Santos’ self renowned health benefits of the stew.

          Stu gained recognition through its feature on the acclaimed Food&Wine website. Food&Wine brings to light many of the trending food, drink, and restaurant experiences from many different cuisines. This particular piece was added to the website’s “restaurant intel” column which highlights the Portuguese inspired restaurant as a whole, starting with the now famous Stu!

Works Cited

Sterling, Justine. “Why You Shouldn’t Be Terrified of This Never-

Ending Stew.” Food&Wine. TIME INC. NETWORK, 28 Jan. 2015.

Web. 3 Feb. 2015. <http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs

/2015/1/28/why-you-shouldnt-be-terrified-of-this-never-

ending-stew>.