Beyond the humiliation and shattered reputation, Ray Rice is going to take a considerable hit in his pocket this season. Released by the team Monday and suspended indefinitely by the NFL after TMZ published video of him knocking out his then-fiance, Rice won't collect his $4 million base salary.
Hersh's Pizza and Drinks makes a different kind of dough. The Baltimore pizzeria is offering a deal for undesired Rice jerseys. Hersh's will reportedly supply a free pizza to those who bring in their Rice jerseys. The pizzeria will also donate $2.70 per jersey to House of Ruth Maryland, an organization devoted to helping women and children affected by domestic violence.
Down the street, No Idea Tavern stepped up its own game. The establishment is offering a $10 bar tab, along with a $2.70 donation, matching the bar set by Hersh's.
Anyone who surrenders their Ray Rice jerseys at the bar will receive a $10 bar tab. No. Questions. Asked.
— No Idea Tavern (@NoIdeaTavern) September 8, 2014
Just to clarify the fine print, it's a $10 tab for the jersey. Not unlimited booze for $10. Sorry for any confusion.
— No Idea Tavern (@NoIdeaTavern) September 8, 2014
The amount of support &retweets is incredible.We will match our neighbor @HershsPizza and donate $2.70 per jersey! Plus the $10 tab! @ABC
— No Idea Tavern (@NoIdeaTavern) September 8, 2014
On Wednesday morning, the Ravens announced they will also initiate a variation of the Ray Rice jersey exchange:
The Baltimore Ravens will offer an exchange for Ray Rice jerseys at stadium stores. Details to come.
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 9, 2014
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