That doesn't explain why you think asking about "posts clearly missing from this thread" is a "good question". It's not the first time IanG has made false claims in regard to the moderating of this site. You know well that the posts referred to weren't on this thread.
Your thread was titled "Football scandal?" You didn't mention Jake Carlisle and at that stage he hadn't been publicly named as far as I could find. It had nothing whatsoever to do with this thread. People were speculating and naming others with claims about drug taking. That's not fair on the players and it puts PRE at risk of potential legal action. If you have issues with it being removed that's your problem. I'm not willing to risk it.
There was no discussion whatsoever on this thread about Jake's situation. Not one word unless you claim Timmy's "WOW". You both could have sent a private message to ask what had become of the other thread. If accusations are going to be made publicly they should at least be factual. :