(CNS) In light of the rash of  allegations of  sexual assaults involving NFL players taking place at  charity golf tournaments, the NFL has issued a safety advisory to women who may be thinking of attending these tournaments.  The statement from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reads as follows:

“We are aware that there have been allegations of sexual assault against NFL players attending charity golf tournaments.  Allegations against Ben Roethlisberger for his conduct at a Lake Tahoe Tournament and new allegations involving members of the Green Bay Packers at a Wisconsin golf tournament concern us. While all players are innocent until proven guilty, we feel we have no choice but to issue this safety advisory to all women to stay away from charity golf tournaments in which NFL players are participating. We must concede that the combination of alcohol, self entitlement, perceived legal impunity  and bad golfing creates an atmosphere of danger to women.  These events should therefore be avoided at all costs. When it is determined that our players can actually conduct themselves at these tournaments in a manner consistent with the law and the highest the expectations of the NFL, the advisory will be lifted.  -Roger Goodell, NFL Commissioner

When reached for comment, Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger , who is currently under suspension related to his conduct surrounding a separate alleged sexual assault(not a golf tourney) has this to say:

“I don’t feel there is any greater danger from me at a charity golf tournament than there is in a bar or at a ball game”.  I am also a hell of a golfer from the whites.”

Members of the Green Bay Packers declined comment on advise of counsel.