I actually dont blame it all on Danny, that kid 2 footed him first, little sht.
Think of it from Danny's perspective, his bussiness ventures are not turning out well, hes dealing with his mental/alcohol issues and hes trying to get his carrer on track. One reckless tackle in a nothing game and it could be the end of his carrer and then what does he have? You can imagine the pressure he has to try and work something out with his life.