Rooney

Roger Goodell defends diversity policy after Florida AG challenges Rooney Rule: ‘We are well aware of the laws’

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Roger Goodell Responds to Florida AG’s Challenge of Rooney Rule: ‘We Fully Understand the Laws’ The NFL plans to keep its Rooney Rule policies despite a warning from Florida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier, who claims the policies violate state law. Uthmeier asked for confirmation by May 1 that the NFL would stop enforcing the rule, … Read more

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell responds to Florida AG over Rooney Rule

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Addresses Florida AG Regarding the Rooney Rule NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defended the Rooney Rule in response to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s legal threat regarding its race-based considerations in hiring. Goodell emphasized the rule’s aim to foster diversity and attract talented candidates, noting it has benefitted the league. He confirmed … Read more

Florida attorney general says NFL must get rid of Rooney Rule

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Florida Attorney General Calls for NFL to Abolish Rooney Rule Kalyn Kahler, an NFL writer at ESPN, reports on the controversy surrounding the Rooney Rule, which mandates interviewing minority candidates for coaching positions. Florida’s attorney general, James Uthmeier, argues the rule constitutes “race and sex discrimination,” urging the NFL to suspend it or face civil … Read more