Big Ben Motorcycle Accident
06-12-2006, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Jonesi
06-12-2006, 02:08 PM
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what a Moron.
06-12-2006, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Always Dirty
Wearing a helmet wouldn't have prevented the wreck, or the injury to his jaw. 
wouldn't have prevented a broken jaw?Wasn't there a guy from the Titans that missed most or all of a recent season due to a bike accident? (I know about Kellen Winslow, but I thought there was a Titan too)
(Patting myself on the back for not dropping $300 on the authentic Big Ben jersey that I want oh-so-bad.)
06-12-2006, 02:40 PM
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So wouldn't have prevented a broken jaw?
Wasn't there a guy from the Titans that missed most or all of a recent season? (I know about Kellen Winslow, but I thought there was a Titan too)
(Patting myself on the back for not dropping $300 on the authentic Big Ben jersey.)
wouldn't have prevented a broken jaw?Wasn't there a guy from the Titans that missed most or all of a recent season? (I know about Kellen Winslow, but I thought there was a Titan too)
(Patting myself on the back for not dropping $300 on the authentic Big Ben jersey.)
He was riding a Harley or Harley style bike - most riders don't wear full face on those.
06-12-2006, 03:09 PM
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Good lord! Now his annoying "fathead" commercials take on a whole new level of irony.
http://www.fathead.com/fatheadsweb/p...d=0&league=nfl
http://www.fathead.com/fatheadsweb/p...d=0&league=nfl
06-12-2006, 03:30 PM
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Good lord! Now his annoying "fathead" commercials take on a whole new level of irony.
http://www.fathead.com/fatheadsweb/p...d=0&league=nfl
http://www.fathead.com/fatheadsweb/p...d=0&league=nfl
06-12-2006, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Always Dirty
He was riding a Harley or Harley style bike - most riders don't wear full face on those.
I also find it kinda funny that as a football player he wears all this equipment to protect himself against tacklers, but he doesnt see the need to wear the same sort of protection while driving on a motorcycle, esp a crotch rocket....idk, I just dont get the rational behind no helmet
06-12-2006, 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Always Dirty
Red Xs are far less protective than you would think.
He was riding a Harley or Harley style bike - most riders don't wear full face on those.
He was riding a Harley or Harley style bike - most riders don't wear full face on those.
06-12-2006, 04:20 PM
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I remember that, he got real messed up right? Almost died I think. Was he ever able to return to basketball?
Drafted by the Bulls #2 overall in 2001...supposedly had alot of upside as a PG.
06-12-2006, 04:25 PM
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Man, I hope this accident fixed whatever had him stuck at a 4th grade intellect.
From his official website:
http://www.br-7.com/favorites.php
Ben's favorites:
From his official website:
http://www.br-7.com/favorites.php
Ben's favorites:
Movie - This one is hard because I love movies, but if I had to choose a couple, I would have to say Gladiator, Bad Boys I and II, Barbershop I and II
Dream job - NFL QB! I would love to be a secret agent, but I think I would stick out to the bad guys and I don't think I could blend into a crowd very well. So, I guess I will just stick with football.
Peanut Butter - Extra Crunchy Jif
Toothpaste - Crest
Things I love to do that I can't do anymore - Ride jet skies, 4-wheelers and snowmobiles.
Dream job - NFL QB! I would love to be a secret agent, but I think I would stick out to the bad guys and I don't think I could blend into a crowd very well. So, I guess I will just stick with football.
Peanut Butter - Extra Crunchy Jif
Toothpaste - Crest
Things I love to do that I can't do anymore - Ride jet skies, 4-wheelers and snowmobiles.
06-12-2006, 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Always Dirty
Red Xs are far less protective than you would think.
He was riding a Harley or Harley style bike - most riders don't wear full face on those.
He was riding a Harley or Harley style bike - most riders don't wear full face on those.
If it doesnt work go to google image search and type 'arai helmet.' but im sure everyone knows what a full face helmet looks like...
When i first heard about this i figured he was on a Harley too, i was surprised to see a crotch rocket.
06-12-2006, 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Jonesi
He had a Harley.. 
No clue when he got the crotch rocket..
No clue when he got the crotch rocket..
How come nobody gives me free shit like that ??
06-12-2006, 09:37 PM
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it does look like a Hayabusa, fuck is he stupid....
they showed on the tsn here in canada, a past interview in 05, wit ben and bill cowher, and he basically had no reason not to wear a helmet, when i saw this i was like"wtf is this idiot saying"
they showed on the tsn here in canada, a past interview in 05, wit ben and bill cowher, and he basically had no reason not to wear a helmet, when i saw this i was like"wtf is this idiot saying"
06-13-2006, 08:38 AM
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Sorry to be blunt, but the idiot deserves what happen to him. Ride stupid, crash stupid, end up stupid.
I see it everyday in my job and I share no sympathy with the stupidity of riders who put themselves, their family and friends on the line because they are invincible. Now those family and friends are put through the agony of wiping ass and bedbaths for a long time.
I see it everyday in my job and I share no sympathy with the stupidity of riders who put themselves, their family and friends on the line because they are invincible. Now those family and friends are put through the agony of wiping ass and bedbaths for a long time.
06-13-2006, 08:43 AM
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Sorry to be blunt, but the idiot deserves what happen to him. Ride stupid, crash stupid, end up stupid.
I see it everyday in my job and I share no sympathy with the stupidity of riders who put themselves, their family and friends on the line because they are invincible. Now those family and friends are put through the agony of wiping ass and bedbaths for a long time.
I see it everyday in my job and I share no sympathy with the stupidity of riders who put themselves, their family and friends on the line because they are invincible. Now those family and friends are put through the agony of wiping ass and bedbaths for a long time.
06-13-2006, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by NiteQwill
Sorry to be blunt, but the idiot deserves what happen to him. Ride stupid, crash stupid, end up stupid.
I see it everyday in my job and I share no sympathy with the stupidity of riders who put themselves, their family and friends on the line because they are invincible. Now those family and friends are put through the agony of wiping ass and bedbaths for a long time.
I see it everyday in my job and I share no sympathy with the stupidity of riders who put themselves, their family and friends on the line because they are invincible. Now those family and friends are put through the agony of wiping ass and bedbaths for a long time.
06-13-2006, 11:08 AM
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These previous interviews showing Ben explaining why he doesn't wear a helmet makes him look even dumber. Some people have to learn the hard way. If he comes out of this OK, I hope he learned his lesson. If he comes out OK and still doesn't wear a helmet, I couldn't care less if he died on his motorcycle.
06-13-2006, 12:42 PM
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There's something in PA state law that allows bikers to have a permit but not have a bikers license.. I don't know his scenario but he could've had a permit that just gets renewed..
A couple friends of mine don't have a bike license but have a permit.. There's a few restrictions to the permit like you can't drive past dusk, not allowed to have passengers, etc.. Retarded PA law that allows people to not have to get a license.
A couple friends of mine don't have a bike license but have a permit.. There's a few restrictions to the permit like you can't drive past dusk, not allowed to have passengers, etc.. Retarded PA law that allows people to not have to get a license.
06-13-2006, 12:51 PM
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Here's from the state site.. They changed it this year.. Before you could just keep renewing your bikers permit without having ANY knowledge of a bike.. And the permit expired either once a year or every two years.. But now you have to take a written test finally.
"Effective January 9, 2006, all applicants who request motorcycle learner’s permits will be required to first pass the knowledge test before a learner’s permit is issued. Learner’s permits issued prior to January 9 will not be affected."
"Effective January 9, 2006, all applicants who request motorcycle learner’s permits will be required to first pass the knowledge test before a learner’s permit is issued. Learner’s permits issued prior to January 9 will not be affected."
06-13-2006, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by YOTH
Wonder if the other party is planning on suing him?
06-13-2006, 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike97 3.0P
Well she was making a left, and he hit her passenger side, which would mean he had right-of-way, unless of course she had a green arrow. Anyone know more about this?
06-15-2006, 05:18 PM
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Ben releases a statement.
Honestly, learn your lesson the first time. I just don't think this guy understands the dangers of riding a motorcycle, with or without a helmet.
Best of luck to him though
"In the past few days, I have gained a new perspective on life. By the grace of God, I am fortunate to be alive, surrounded by loved ones and lifted by the prayers and support of so many. I am sorry for any anxiety and concern my actions have caused others, specifically my family, the Steelers organization, my teammates and our fans.
I recognize that I have a responsibility to safeguard my health in the offseason so I can continue to lead our team effectively. I never meant any harm to others nor to break any laws. I was confident in my ability to ride a motorcycle and simply believed such an accident would not happen to me. If I ever ride again, it certainly will be with a helmet.
My deepest appreciation goes out to the Steelers organization and my teammates for the compassion they have shown me. The physicians and support staff at Mercy Hospital were simply amazing, and I will forever be grateful for their caring treatment.
I want to assure everyone I am committed to a complete and timely recovery. I look forward to being at training camp in Latrobe and to winning football games this season. "
I recognize that I have a responsibility to safeguard my health in the offseason so I can continue to lead our team effectively. I never meant any harm to others nor to break any laws. I was confident in my ability to ride a motorcycle and simply believed such an accident would not happen to me. If I ever ride again, it certainly will be with a helmet.
My deepest appreciation goes out to the Steelers organization and my teammates for the compassion they have shown me. The physicians and support staff at Mercy Hospital were simply amazing, and I will forever be grateful for their caring treatment.
I want to assure everyone I am committed to a complete and timely recovery. I look forward to being at training camp in Latrobe and to winning football games this season. "
Best of luck to him though
06-15-2006, 05:34 PM
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Come on now.. At 24, we all thought "it wouldn't happen to me..."
He did say "If" he was to ever to ride again.. And did say "I was confident in my ability to ride a motorcycle and simply believed such an accident would not happen to me."
He basically admitted he fucked up.. What more do you want..
He did say "If" he was to ever to ride again.. And did say "I was confident in my ability to ride a motorcycle and simply believed such an accident would not happen to me."
He basically admitted he fucked up.. What more do you want..
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