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This Is Why NFL Star Greg Hardy Was Arrested For Assaulting His Ex-Girlfriend

UPDATE: Sunday. The gofundme is up to $19,000 now. Included was this message.

Thanks so much from Josh, Tank and I, and of course from the people at Genesis Women"s Shelter. The response from Eagles fans (and even some Cowboys fans) has been unreal, and we"ve raised almost $13,000 so far.

We"ll keep this open until the start of the show on Monday, 2pm.

Please continue to share and donate, as we turn the negative of the Hardy situation into a positive for a lot of people.

We"re so proud of everyone who has helped. Thank you!

ORIGINAL STORY

Josh Innes, one of the hosts of WIP Philly radio, has raised more than $10,000 for a Dallas women"s shelter on the Website gofundme.com in the first seven hours.

The gofundme page description reads:

We"re the Josh Innes Show on SportsRadio 94WIP in Philadelphia.We"d like to raise money for the Genesis Women"s Shelter in Dallas, Texas.Instead of just complaining about Greg Hardy, we want to do something to help the cause.All money will go directly to the shelter.Let"s show everyone what Philadelphia fans are made of.http://genesisshelter.orgFind out more at genesisshelter.org.

The station"s program director --Brett "Spike" Eskin -- created the page on Friday.

Innes tweeted about the page:

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Reaction

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Hardy responds and talks hot wives

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National reaction to Hardy comments about Brady"s wife, coming out "guns blazing": Hasn"t learned; "worst possible metaphor"

Reaction tosigning with Dallas

Greg Hardy:"I don"t care if [you] like me; happy to have an opportunity"

Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings: "This was a shot in the gut"

WFAA-TV"s Dale Hansen: Jason Garrett a fraud or puppet

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The Hardy file

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Photos of Greg Hardy"s bruised ex-girlfriend published online

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Things got worse Friday when 47 photos, 44 of them showing bruises on Hardy"s former girlfriend from an alleged assault last year, were published by Deadspin.

The photos were taken by Charlotte-Mecklenburg police after an incident involving Hardy and Nicole Holder in May 2014, Deadspin reported. Hardy was playing for the Carolina Panthers at the time.

Deadspin on Friday posted the photos, along with documents from the case. CNN has not independently verified the photographs, which show a woman with bruises on her chin, neck, back, arms, hands, legs and feet. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police referred CNN to one of the detectives in the case who did not immediately respond to a request for the photos.

CNN requested comment from Holder"s attorneys about the photographs but didn"t hear back. Hardy did not speak to the media after the Cowboys returned to the locker room after practice. CNN reached out to an attorney for Hardy but didn"t get a response.

The Cowboys, who signed Hardy in the offseason as a free agent, said they did their due diligence before offering him a contract. On Friday, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said team officials were seeing the photos for the first time.

"While we did not have access to the photos that became public today, we were and are aware of the serious nature of this incident. We as an organization take this very seriously. We do not condone domestic violence," Jones said. "We entered into the agreement with Greg fully understanding that there would be scrutiny and criticism. We have given Greg a second chance. He is a member of our team and someone who is grateful for the opportunity he has been given to move forward with his life and his career."

A North Carolina judge this year ruled only a few parties involved in the league"s investigation could see the photographs. That would not include teams.

The photos, much like a video posted by TMZ that showed former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice knocking his now-wife unconscious in a casino elevator, have refocused a negative light on the NFL and how it handles domestic abuse.

Legal proceedings

Hardy was tried and found guilty of misdemeanor assault and communicating threats by a Mecklenburg County judge in July 2014, but appealed for a jury trial.

During that time, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell placed Hardy, who was with the Carolina Panthers at the time, on the exempt list. Hardy collected his $13 million salary though he played just one game last season.

Hardy"s case was dismissed before trial in February. Sources close to the situation told Bleacher Report earlier this year that authorities in North Carolina wanted to subpoena Holder but couldn"t find her.

This week, an attorney for the NFL star told CNN affiliate WBTV that the charges had been expunged from Hardy"s record.

Hardy changes teams

The Cowboys signed Hardy to a one-year contract in March. A month later, after Hardy had been suspended, team Chief Operating Officer Stephen Jones told reporters the team "was very aware of the things that went on (in the incident)."

Coach Jason Garrett said the team went through an exhaustive process investigating Hardy, who made the All-Pro team after the 2013 season.

Hardy was originally suspended without pay by the NFL for 10 games, but an independent arbitrator reduced the penalty to the first four games of the 2015 season.

When the NFL originally announced Hardy"s suspension, it said the league"s investigation concluded that Hardy violated the Personal Conduct Policy by using physical force against the woman in at least four instances: First, he caused her to land in a bathtub. Second, he caused her to land on a futon that was covered with at least four semiautomatic rifles. Third, he placed his hands around her neck and applied enough pressure to leave marks. And fourth, he shoved her against a wall in his apartment"s entry hallway.

The NFL sued the state of North Carolina in Superior Court to get seven photographs from the 2014 trial. In the court"s order granting the NFL"s request, access to the photos was limited to the league, the players" union, Hardy, attorneys and independent experts who might be asked to review the photos in helping the league decide its punishment.

More trouble this season

Hardy has played in three games this season, recording three sacks and one interception. But he"s been making headlines for his actions off the field.

In the locker room just before his return to games, calling his time away "the most awesome period of my life."

"I hope I come out guns blazing," the man who was once accused of throwing a woman onto a couch full of assault rifles and bragging that they were loaded said in October. "I"m full of excitement and full of juice. I"m ready to go."

Hardy also cracked jokes and talked about Patriots quarterback Tom Brady"s wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen, according to The Dallas Morning News.

"I love seeing Tom Brady, he"s cool as c**p," Hardy said. "Have you seen his wife? I hope she comes to the game. I hope her sister comes to the game, all her friends come to the game. One of my favorite games of the year, guys."

Then during an October 25 loss to the New York Giants, Hardy got into a heated discussion with injured receiver Dez Bryant and Cowboys Special Teams Coordinator Rich Bisaccia. Hardy swiped at Bisaccia"s clipboard before he was pulled away from a huddle.

After the game, Bryant and other Cowboys downplayed the incidents.

CNN"s Jason Durand and Quand Thomas contributed to this report.

Source: http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/06/us/greg-hardy-deadspin-photos/

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Photos of Greg Hardy"s bruised ex-girlfriend published online

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Things got worse Friday when 47 photos, 44 of them showing bruises on Hardy"s former girlfriend from an alleged assault last year, were published by Deadspin.

The photos were taken by Charlotte-Mecklenburg police after an incident involving Hardy and Nicole Holder in May 2014, Deadspin reported. Hardy was playing for the Carolina Panthers at the time.

Deadspin on Friday posted the photos, along with documents from the case. CNN has not independently verified the photographs, which show a woman with bruises on her chin, neck, back, arms, hands, legs and feet. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police referred CNN to one of the detectives in the case who did not immediately respond to a request for the photos.

CNN requested comment from Holder"s attorneys about the photographs but didn"t hear back. Hardy did not speak to the media after the Cowboys returned to the locker room after practice. CNN reached out to an attorney for Hardy but didn"t get a response.

The Cowboys, who signed Hardy in the offseason as a free agent, said they did their due diligence before offering him a contract. On Friday, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said team officials were seeing the photos for the first time.

"While we did not have access to the photos that became public today, we were and are aware of the serious nature of this incident. We as an organization take this very seriously. We do not condone domestic violence," Jones said. "We entered into the agreement with Greg fully understanding that there would be scrutiny and criticism. We have given Greg a second chance. He is a member of our team and someone who is grateful for the opportunity he has been given to move forward with his life and his career."

A North Carolina judge this year ruled only a few parties involved in the league"s investigation could see the photographs. That would not include teams.

The photos, much like a video posted by TMZ that showed former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice knocking his now-wife unconscious in a casino elevator, have refocused a negative light on the NFL and how it handles domestic abuse.

Legal proceedings

Hardy was tried and found guilty of misdemeanor assault and communicating threats by a Mecklenburg County judge in July 2014, but appealed for a jury trial.

During that time, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell placed Hardy, who was with the Carolina Panthers at the time, on the exempt list. Hardy collected his $13 million salary though he played just one game last season.

Hardy"s case was dismissed before trial in February. Sources close to the situation told Bleacher Report earlier this year that authorities in North Carolina wanted to subpoena Holder but couldn"t find her.

This week, an attorney for the NFL star told CNN affiliate WBTV that the charges had been expunged from Hardy"s record.

Hardy changes teams

The Cowboys signed Hardy to a one-year contract in March. A month later, after Hardy had been suspended, team Chief Operating Officer Stephen Jones told reporters the team "was very aware of the things that went on (in the incident)."

Coach Jason Garrett said the team went through an exhaustive process investigating Hardy, who made the All-Pro team after the 2013 season.

Hardy was originally suspended without pay by the NFL for 10 games, but an independent arbitrator reduced the penalty to the first four games of the 2015 season.

When the NFL originally announced Hardy"s suspension, it said the league"s investigation concluded that Hardy violated the Personal Conduct Policy by using physical force against the woman in at least four instances: First, he caused her to land in a bathtub. Second, he caused her to land on a futon that was covered with at least four semiautomatic rifles. Third, he placed his hands around her neck and applied enough pressure to leave marks. And fourth, he shoved her against a wall in his apartment"s entry hallway.

The NFL sued the state of North Carolina in Superior Court to get seven photographs from the 2014 trial. In the court"s order granting the NFL"s request, access to the photos was limited to the league, the players" union, Hardy, attorneys and independent experts who might be asked to review the photos in helping the league decide its punishment.

More trouble this season

Hardy has played in three games this season, recording three sacks and one interception. But he"s been making headlines for his actions off the field.

In the locker room just before his return to games, calling his time away "the most awesome period of my life."

"I hope I come out guns blazing," the man who was once accused of throwing a woman onto a couch full of assault rifles and bragging that they were loaded said in October. "I"m full of excitement and full of juice. I"m ready to go."

Hardy also cracked jokes and talked about Patriots quarterback Tom Brady"s wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen, according to The Dallas Morning News.

"I love seeing Tom Brady, he"s cool as c**p," Hardy said. "Have you seen his wife? I hope she comes to the game. I hope her sister comes to the game, all her friends come to the game. One of my favorite games of the year, guys."

Then during an October 25 loss to the New York Giants, Hardy got into a heated discussion with injured receiver Dez Bryant and Cowboys Special Teams Coordinator Rich Bisaccia. Hardy swiped at Bisaccia"s clipboard before he was pulled away from a huddle.

After the game, Bryant and other Cowboys downplayed the incidents.

CNN"s Jason Durand and Quand Thomas contributed to this report.

Source: http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/06/us/greg-hardy-deadspin-photos/

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Laufenberg: Why the Cowboys should limit the number of snaps Greg Hardy gets ...

Fox Sports feature - Greg Hardy is....The Kraken

Babe Laufenberg, Dallas Cowboys radio color analyst and former NFL quarterback, answered questions in a chat Wednesday. Here are some highlights.

Question: We all know the Pats" offense is a force, but their defense seems vulnerable. How would you attack NE if you were Jason Garrett?

Babe Laufenberg: I would videotape their practices...and pray. A lot.

Question: Do you like the idea of starting McFadden or Michael and bringing in Randle as the change-of-pace back. I know he"s no Dunbar.

Babe Laufenberg: I like the idea of starting McFadden. He is more of the downhill runner that I believe this offense functions best with. They have a power running game, not a bunch of trapping and pulling by their linemen. Then spot Randle in the game as you see fit.

Question: What can we expect from Greg Hardy on Sunday? Do you think he can be his disruptive self after not having played in 2015?

Babe Laufenberg: It has been a long layoff for Hardy. However, he was able to go though a training camp, so that will help. No question he is an elite pass rusher, or at least was. In the two years before last year"s suspension, he was fifth in the NFL in sacks in the combined 2012 and 2013 seasons (26). The bigger question is, how many plays will he be good for? 30? 35? Don"t see him taking many more snaps than that. And always worry about injuries after a player has had a prolonged absence. Reducing his play this week will reduce that risk.

Question: The Cowboys are going to have to score a bunch to keep up with the Pats. Do you think Weeden"s improved play vs. Saints might allow Dallas to be more wide open on offense?

Babe Laufenberg: I think the worst thing you can do is decide before the game that you will need to score 50 points. The games kick off, and then they take on a life of their own. Green Bay was held to 17 points by SF on Sunday. Seattle scored 13 on Monday. I am not a big fan of "limiting the other team"s possessions," but I do think the fewer possessions New England has the football, the better the chances for a Dallas win.

Question: Who is deciding not throw downfield (except on a final comeback drive) - Linehan or Weeden?

Babe Laufenberg: Don"t confuse the Saints game with the Atlanta game. Cowboys had a deep shot to Terrance Williams early, then hit Brice Butler for a big one later. The Cowboys WRs are just not guys who are going to line up in press coverage and beat you on a consistent basis. Did a very poor job of getting away from press/man coverage vs New Orleans. Have to take your shots occasionally, but until Dez Bryant returns, this will be a vertically challenged team in the passing game.

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On Twitter:@BabeLaufenberg

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