Reports: Incognito meets with NFL
investigator
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[November
23, 2013]
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Suspended Miami
Dolphins guard Richie Incognito met with NFL special investigator Ted
Wells for a second consecutive day Friday to discuss the team's bullying
scandal, multiple media outlets reported.
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WTVJ-TV in South Florida videotaped Incognito arriving at the
Dolphins' complex for the meeting, accompanied by four other people,
including the team's security chief.
On Thursday, Incognito agreed to postpone his grievance hearing
challenging the suspension until Wells completes his investigation.
In a statement, Incognito said he would cooperate fully, with a goal
of rejoining the Dolphins.
Tackle Jonathan Martin alleges he was harassed daily by teammates,
including Incognito. Martin left the team Oct. 28.
Incognito was suspended indefinitely for conduct detrimental to the
team Nov. 3 and will miss his third consecutive game Sunday when the
Dolphins play the Carolina Panthers. Miami might be without a third
starting offensive lineman because center Mike Pouncey is doubtful
while recovering from a stomach ailment.
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Wells met last week with Martin in New York and
has been interviewing Dolphins players, coaches and staff this
week. The NFL hasn't said how long his investigation is expected
to take.
Martin, a second-year pro from Stanford, has said he wants to
play football again. He has been with family in California,
undergoing treatment for emotional issues.
Wells will determine the role of coach Joe Philbin, his staff
and Miami management in the case, and his report will be made
public. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross said changes are needed and
formed two committees to study the team's locker room culture.
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