SANTA CLARA, Calif. Cole Tucker Jersey . - The San Francisco 49ers suspended veteran broadcaster Ted Robinson on Wednesday night for two upcoming games following comments this week to a San Francisco radio station about the Ray Rice domestic violence case that were deemed insensitive. The Pac-12 Networks also announced late Wednesday it had suspended Robinson for the next two weeks and that he would undergo sensitivity training. The 57-year-old Robinson spoke to KNBR radio on Monday and said Rices now-wife, Janay, was partly to blame for not speaking up. "That, to me, is the saddest part of it," he told the station. The issue of domestic violence is particularly sensitive for the 49ers, who recently had one of their players arrested on suspicion of domestic violence. Defensive tackle Ray McDonald has continued to practice and play since his Aug. 31 arrest while celebrating his 30th birthday with friends and teammates at his home. CEO Jed York and coach Jim Harbaugh have said they will let "due process" play out before making a decision about McDonald, while reiterating they have zero tolerance for domestic violence. Robinson issued apologies through the 49ers and Pac-12 Networks. "I want to unconditionally apologize for my comments the other day," Robinson said. "As a professional communicator, I am responsible for my words. My choice of words was careless and does not reflect my true feelings about domestic violence. I understand that the cycle of abuse keeps people in unhealthy relationships. No blame or responsibility should ever be placed on a victim." In a statement, 49ers President Paraag Marathe said he told Robinson of the decision earlier Wednesday. "The comments made by radio broadcaster Ted Robinson on Monday were offensive and in no way reflect the views of the San Francisco 49ers organization. We have made the decision to suspend him for the next two games. I informed Ted of our decision earlier today, and we will continue to address this matter with him internally. Our organization stands strongly against domestic violence and will not tolerate comments such as these." Robinson has been the 49ers play-by-play voice since 2009 and signed a five-year contract extension in May 2013 that takes him through the 2018 season. He will not call the teams home opener Sunday night against the Bears, the regular-season debut at new $1.2 billion Levis Stadium. His first game back would be when San Francisco hosts Philadelphia on Sept. 28. The Pac-12 Networks said Robinson wouldnt call games for the next two weeks. "Teds commentary on Monday was entirely unacceptable and stands in stark contrast to the core values of Pac-12 Networks," Pac-12 Networks President Lydia Murphy-Stephans said. "We value Ted as a member of our team, but see this as an important learning opportunity as we work with him through sensitivity training before welcoming him back to our air." Dick Groat Jersey .com)LeBron clearly likes his Italian sports cars, and thats ok with me, so up next up is the 458 Spider. Stitched Pirates Jerseys . And by all indications, the team is expected to select phenom Connor McDavid with their selection. The Buffalo Sabres, who were knocked down to the second overall pick after finishing with the worst regular season record, are expected to take the other generational player in Jack Eichel.Sunderland can secure their top-flight status and relegate fierce rivals Newcastle - alongside Norwich - in the process on Wednesday. A 3-2 comeback win over Chelsea on Saturday lifted Sam Allardyces men above Newcastle, who dropped back into the bottom three as they were held to a goalless draw by relegated Aston Villa. In the early kick-off, 19th-placed Norwich were unable to close the gap on their relegation rivals as they fell to a 1-0 loss against Manchester United.So what could happen next in the fight for survival? Here, we take a look at Sunderland, Newcastle and Norwichs remaining fixtures and examine the battle as it stands. Jermain Defoe scored in Sunderlands comeback win over Chelsea Premier League relegation battle Position Team Games played Goal difference Points 17th Sunderland 36 -17 35 18th Newcastle 37 -25 34 19th Norwich 36 -27 31 20th Aston Villa (R) 37 -45 17 PermutationsSunderland can guarantee their Premier League survival - and condemn Newcastle and Norwich to the Championship - by beating Everton in their game in hand on Wednesday evening - live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 7pm.But their superior goal difference to Newcastle and Norwich means just two points from their final two games would almost certainly be enough to clinch safety. Newcastle were held to a goalless draw by Aston Villa Remaining fixtures Sunderland Newcastle Norwich Everton (h) - Watford (h) Watford (a) Tottenham (h) Everton (a) The only two scenarios in which two points wouldnt be enough for Sunderland would be if Newcastle won their final game with an eight-goal swing or Norwich won their remaining fixtures with a 10-goal swing. Such dramatic swings in goal difference, of course, are extremely improbable. Rafa Benitez was very disappointed with his sides 0-0 draw against Aston Villa The outlook is bleak for Norwich, who must beat Watford and Everton and hope Sunderland take no more than one point from their remaining two games against the same two sides.They would also need Newcastle to drop points at home to Tottenham on the final day. Sam Allardyce reflects on Sunderlands extraordinary win over Chelsea Newcastle could already be relegated by the time they face Tottenham next weekend, but they could clinch survival if they beat Spurs, and Sunderland take a maximum of one point from their remaining fixtures. Custom Pittsburgh Pirates Jerseys. Relegation contenders form Team Last eight games (most recent last) Sunderland D D D L W D D W Newcastle D L L W D D W D Norwich L D W W L L L L The odds are stacked in Sunderlands favour after Saturdays action, but could there be one last twist still to come?The omensSunderland have won just one of their last 10 Premier League home matches against Everton (W1 D4 L5).The Black Cats have netted just six goals in that run of 10 matches.Sunderland have lost just one of their last nine Premier League games, winning two and drawing six. Fabio Borini and his Sunderland team-mates have lost just one of their last nine league games The Toffees have registered just one win in their last nine top-flight games, drawing three and losing five.Jermain Defoe netted just three goals in 17 Premier League games against Everton before joining Sunderland but has scored in both games for the Black Cats against the Toffees.Watford have won four of their last six league visits to Norwich (L2).The Canaries have now gone four consecutive Premier League games without scoring. Why former Sunderland player Don Goodman thinks theyre in danger of following in Aston Villas footsteps, even if they avoid relegation this season. The managersBlack Cats boss Sam Allardyce has urged his side to kill off their rivals in front of the Sky cameras.Knowing we can do it in that one game and kill everyone else off is pressure in itself, Allardyce said. Sam Allardyce celebrates victory over Chelsea It would be a great relief for me if the players can do it against Everton. If its points you need on the last day, its even more unpredictable to decide what happens.Rafa Benitez, has admitted his Newcastle side can only sit and wait.The only thing we can do is to prepare for our match and wait for their score, and after, try to win our game, he said. I said to the players, Now it depends on them [Sunderland], so we must work during the week to prepare for us. Alex Neil wont give up until Norwichs fate has been sealed - but admits his job is on the line Norwich boss Alex Neil insists his side will be ready, should the scrap go to the final day.The odds are stacked against us, but if it comes down to one match then anything can happen, he said. We need to keep believing and carry the fight. Were focused and still in with a chance, so we need to give ourselves a shot.Who do you think will stay up? Let us know using the message boards or by tweeting @SkyFootball. Also See: Sky Live: Sunderland v Everton Norwich v Watford preview ' ' '
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