Black coaches say NFL hiring process rigged
#RooneyRule #NFLDiversityPatrick Graham and other Black NFL coaches describe the Rooney Rule as enabling sham interviews, fostering distrust and emotional distress. Despite diversity efforts, minority head coaches remain scarce, facing systemic bias and tokenism in hiring processes. read more
Goodell Defends Rooney Rule Against Florida Legal Threat
#RooneyRule #NFLDiversityNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defended the Rooney Rule, stating diversity benefits the league despite legal challenges. He stressed it's not a hiring mandate but expands candidate pools. Officiating improvements and stadium issues were also addressed. read more
Florida AG Threatens NFL Over Diversity Rule
#RooneyRule #NFLDiversityFlorida's attorney general demands the NFL suspend the Rooney Rule, calling it illegal race-based hiring. The NFL's diversity committee chair says they must review the complaint to ensure compliance with current laws. read more
NFL to Overhaul Diversity Hiring After Poor Coaching Cycle
#NFLDiversity #RooneyRuleNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league will reevaluate its diversity policies, including the Rooney Rule, after only one minority coach was hired in the latest 10-head-coach cycle. He acknowledges more progress is needed. read more