Whether or not we believe off field conduct / achievements should come in to it is irrelevant. That guidelines set for the panel are that only on field deeds are to be considered. While this will always lead to controversy, it's probably the best way to go. Johns admitted to drug use, but who knows what off field indiscretions any of the other nominees, or current immortals are guilty of that have never come to light. I think this article http://www.leaguefreak.com/andrew-ferguson-dennis-manteit-john-raper-and-the-man-in-the-bowler-hat-2702/ makes a very valid point. This incident has been laughed off as a colourful piece of league folklore, but imagined if it happened today. Also, 1968, England, certainly possible that more than alcohol was involved.