1. NFL Domestic Violence For impromptu eyes only

2. NFL Punishment (CNN) -- The NFL's history of punishing players in domestic violence cases is as complicated as the legal cases themselves. Sometimes players were suspended for a game or two. Sometimes, charges were reduced, which also reduced the severity of the NFL punishment. Sometimes, charges were dropped and players' names were cleared. Domestic violence now seems to be the football league's No. 1 off-field issue.

3. The NFL’s Stance the NFL once sent a representative who argued, 'Are you kidding me? They're giving up two out of 16 paychecks for this issue.

4. People’s opinion on this Our opinion is, the repercussions for domestic violence need to be harshened. It seems as though famous personnel feel they are above the law and that they can get away with mistreating others. It doesn’t help that individuals assist in covering it up and try to make light of a dark situation. The NFL is aware of the large spotlight that all of their members are under and because of that I think it is even more important that they be held to a higher standard. As humans we constantly look to other people for support, encouragement, and motivation. Individuals that violate any rights a human has to be respected and unharmed do not belong in the media or on television screens. No amount of money or fame grants individuals the right to live above the law and it seems that some people think that they are. The White House finally took a stand saying, “The NFL has an obligation not only to their fans but to the American people to properly discipline anyone involved in domestic violence or child abuse and more broadly, gain control of the situation. Many of these professional athletes are marketed as role models to young people and so their behavior does have the potential to influence these young people, and it’s one of the many reasons it’s important that the league get a handle on this and have zero tolerance.” (Sports Illustrated) Although it is remarkable to have people as high as the White House addressing issues of domestic violence from professional athletes, I think it should come even more from each individual person in America to stand up for those women and children who are voiceless against abuse and really start holding our famous and athletic individuals to the same standards that we hold our own self.

5. Player efforts Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback William Gay is working with a women's shelter to promote the national debut of a mobile app designed to help victims of domestic violence. The "RUSafe" app has been available in Pittsburgh for several months and will be made available nationally on iPhones and Androids beginning Nov. 1. The free app, designed by the Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh, gives users a brief questionnaire and uses GPS technology to help the user locate the nearest domestic violence hotline or 911. The app has already been used 1,000 times and helped more than 20 victims in Pittsburgh get the help they need. Gay has become a leading advocate for domestic violence victims in recent years. His mother, Carolyn Hall, was killed by her husband when Gay was a child. "She didn't have a chance or someone to help her or a hotline to call," Gay said. Gay praised the NFL for taking a harsher stance on domestic violence following Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice's indefinite suspension for hitting Janay Palmer during an incident at an Atlantic City, New Jersey casino in February. "I'm just glad we're talking about it from the top of the league to the bottom," he said. "Our goal is always to try to broaden or get the awareness out everywhere." Gay filmed a series of public service announcements in conjunction with the launch and is hopeful his experience will help others escape abusive relationships. "Me talking about it, it helped me grow as a man," he said. "That's just my mom living on. Anything to keep her voice alive, I'm going to do." A former Sooner football player and current police officer is hoping to raise awareness about domestic violence. Carl Pendleton was known for his play on the football field and his sudden departure from the game to help take care of his cousin. Now, the former Sooner spends his days working at the Norman Police Department. Pendleton has organized a benefit softball game that will allow firefighters, police officers, paramedics and deputies to take the field on Oct. 25. Organizers say the event is family friendly and will include face painting, inflatables and the OBN helicopter for kids to explore. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Women’s Resource Center. The event is set for Saturday, Oct. 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Reaves Park in Norman. Tickets are $10 for adults; children are free.