What could be far worse at this point? I think the only thing that totally changes the nature of this story -- with respect to what Richie sent him -- is the revelation that Martin is gay. Which... might also explain his comment that it was the 'locker room culture' that got to him.
That would be it. I don't want to even imagine the backlash if there are issues of homosexuality at the core of this.
Pure speculation everybody!!!