Goodell Reaffirms Rooney Rule at NFL Meeting

During the NFL annual meeting, Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed that the Rooney Rule will remain in place, stating it has been around for a long time and will continue to evolve as circumstances warrant. He clarified that the rule is not a hiring mandate but a tool to broaden the pool of diverse candidates for key positions.

Goodell highlighted the league’s commitment to diversity, noting that the Rooney Rule aligns with evolving laws and benefits the NFL. He expressed willingness to engage with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and others to discuss policies while affirming that the rule’s core values will not change.