Ed Reed Gets Suspension Lifted, But is the Fine Too Harsh??

When I found out Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed received a 1-game suspension for the "repeat offender" rule with illegal hits, I almost fell out of my chair. I couldn't believe the hit Reed put on Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders last Sunday night warranted a flag, let alone a fine or suspension. I did feel a little bit better when I found out Reed won his appeal and got the suspension reduced to a $50,000 fine, but I still believe the fine is too harsh. I agreed with Reed when he said it's a shame it had to come to the point where he would have to appeal a suspension. The truth is the NFL is walking a fine line between trying to protect the players and turning this sport into glorified flag-football. I understand what the NFL is trying to do in terms of trying to make the safety of the players the top priority. The research conducted for concussions and getting the best equipment possible to protect the players is second to none. My main issue i...