As the NFL allegedly launches an investigation, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni asserts that “Big Dom” DiSandro attempted to “defuse” a situation with 49ers’ Dre Greenlaw.
Nick Sirianni, the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, stood up for “Big Dom” DiSandro on Monday in the midst of rumors that the NFL was looking into the altercation between the security staff member and 49ers tackle Dre Greenlaw.
In his press conference on Monday, Sirianni asserted that DiSandro was trying to “defuse” the situation with Greenlaw following a third-quarter altercation that resulted in both players being ejected from San Francisco’s 42-19 victory on Sunday.
Sirianni did exactly what was expected of him—he stood up for his guy. However, it is impossible to interpret the altercation in a way that suggests DiSandro was trying to “defuse” the situation.
When Greenlaw tackled Eagles receiver DeVonta Smith after the whistle blew close to the Philadelphia sideline, things became more heated. Every Eagle in the area, including DiSandro, was incensed by the late hit, which resulted in a 15-yard penalty. DiSandro moved between Greenlaw and Smith as they exchanged heated words. He didn’t turn around and yank Smith out of the predicament. Instead, he looked straight at Greenlaw and placed his hands on him. After that, he shoved him.
This is not the way that a situation is defused. DiSandro’s day was ruined when Greenlaw retaliated with a swipe that barely missed his face. He was removed from the game for his response to an aggressor who wasn’t a player.
DiSandro was removed from the game as well, but his effect was the same as that of a spectator at home. Or it ought to be when he’s not going up against rival players.
He is the head of security for the Eagles. He’s not a prankster. He’s not an instructor. He plays no useful role in how the game turns out. Nevertheless, he participated in the game, and the Eagles saw a valuable 49ers defender led to the locker room, which was a positive outcome.
What will the NFL say?
Regarding the incident after the game, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said, “I tried my hardest not to lose my mind.” “Hopefully, I didn’t make a huge fool of myself. It just amazes me that someone who isn’t even watching a football game can make fun of our players and put their hands in their faces.”
On Monday, Sirianni acknowledged that he had discussed the incident with the 49ers head coach and that he had apologized to Shanahan.
Sirianni responded, “Yeah, we just talked after the game.” “You simply experience it constantly. Saying to Kyle, “We respect you guys and your team,” was actually more important.”
Luckily, Greenlaw’s absence didn’t cause the 49ers to lose speed. They easily won by 23 points to establish themselves as the NFC’s team to beat.
The Eagles are currently awaiting the findings of an alleged NFL investigation into the incident, which may lead to sanctions. The league must make an intriguing choice. How will it react if a non-player joins a game and causes a confrontation that results in the ejection of a rival player?
