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• Congress asks Goodell to testify about TV deals
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has been summoned by Congress to testify about the league's broadcast contracts and whether they are harming American consumers....2026
• Kyle Shanahan has a new complaint about the 49ers opening the season in Australia

Shanahan's latest comments came after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell responded to the coach's initial concerns...2026
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• Browns break ground on stadium targeted for '29
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell were on hand for the groundbreaking ceremony for the team's new domed stadium scheduled to open for the 2029 season....2026
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• 3 takeaways as the Browns break ground on $2.6B stadium

The Cleveland Browns officially broke ground on Thursday for the $2.6 billion Huntington Bank Field in the Cleveland suburb of Brook Park. It was quite the event, with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on hand to celebrate the latest cash cow, sorry, “transformative project,” that is scheduled to open in time […]...2026
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• Roger Goodell trying to keep fans from getting too excited about 18-game regular season?

Goodell discussed the league's efforts to expand the regular season....2026
• Swerve Strickland Takes NFL Draft Stage For The Jaguars, Billy Gunn Critiques Modern Wrestling

AEW star Swerve Strickland showed up at the NFL Draft on Day 3 to announce the Jacksonville Jaguars’ pick at No. 119 overall. The Jaguars traded up with the Carolina Panthers to select Duke edge rusher Wesley Williams. Swerve also got a photo with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Swerve, who is a Los Angeles Rams […]...2026
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• Dolphins Owner Stephen Ross Explains Decision of Turning Down $15,000,000,000 Offer To Sell Team
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• The Linc - Eagles reportedly held focus group where they discussed intent to build new stadium

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 7/26/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... Source: Eagles held focus group in May seeking feedback on ‘the new stadium’ in 2032 - PhillyVoice“I was quite attentive,” the attendee said of the May focus group. “I was sitting there at the front where the guy was doing his presentation. Emphatically, he said, ‘2032, ou...2025
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• Cowboys news: Dak Prescott & George Pickens connection creates optimism

Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Dak Prescott’s cheat code with George Pickens will have entire NFL terrified -Jared A’Latorre, The Landry Hat The George Pickens trade is poised to have opposing defenses in “deep” trouble. With all the negativity surrounding Dak Prescott in the media this offseason, he’s looking to make a statement to his resume, and in ess...2025
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• The Linc - Former Eagles player says Jalen Carter is on a Hall of Fame trajectory

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 7/2/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... “Did that really just happen?” How Khari Blasingame fell back in love with football - Go Long TDBlasingame: It was different because it was all the time. It was just so consistent and so overwhelming. Jalen Carter? I hate to be presumptive and I hate to jump the...2025
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more

Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images 25 questions with one of GM Andrew Berry’s key signings After the 2024 NFL season, the Cleveland Browns had a few personnel issues with the defense. There were one or two concerns regarding a small group of players who were injured, such as linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, among others. RELATED: BROWNS SIGN STEELERS VETERAN TO FILL SAFETY NEED While ...2025
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• The Linc - The NFL keeps coming for the Eagles

Photo by Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 5/26/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... NFL commish Roger Goodell questions ‘integrity’ of current salary cap system - Acme Packing CompanyThe recent success of the Philadelphia Eagles, a team that spent $115 million more in cash than the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024 and is set to be a...2025
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• Arrowheadlines: Could Tyreek Hill and Patrick Mahomes reunite for Olympic football?

Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Thursday, May 22 The latest Tyreek Hill teases potential Olympic reunion with Patrick Mahomes | KC Kingdom In a post on X, Hill shared an emoji implying he wants to suit up for the Olympics in 2028. He’s already 31 years old and will be 34 during the Olympics, so it’s unclear whether the team would even want him, though his interest ...2025
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• Arrowheadlines: Joe Thuney signs new contract with Bears

Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images Chiefs headlines for Wednesday, May 21. The latest Joe Thuney, Bears Agree to New Contract Reportedly Worth $51M After Trade from Chiefs | Bleacher Report NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport confirmed the news, adding that the deal is worth $17.5 million per year with $33.5 million guaranteed. When taking into account his 2025 salary, Thuney is set to make $51 million ...2025
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• Arrowheadlines: Chiefs sit atop ESPN’s post draft power rankings

Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Tuesday, May 6 The latest NFL Power Rankings 2025: Which teams improved in the draft? | ESPN 1. Kansas City Chiefs Post-free agency ranking: 1 Most improved position: Wide receiver The Chiefs are counting on the return of two top receivers who missed most of last season with injuries. Rashee Rice led the league with 24 catches throug...2025
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• DBN roundtable: Shedeur Sanders to the Browns if he falls significantly? Not everyone said yes

Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images The Browns roster still needs a young QB but is Shedeur Sanders the right guy even later? The Cleveland Browns have their QB room situated with the signing of veteran Joe Flacco. Every Browns fan should dust off their #15 jersey and get ready for the 2025 season. With Flacco likely the starter and Kenny Pickett as his experienced backup, that leaves room for...2025
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"5 million for damage to the integrity of the game, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Tuesday."

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"Roger Goodell calls idea Chiefs get preferential treatment from officials 'ridiculous' ahead of Super Bowl LIX"

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"Roger Goodell wants up to 16 international games in the future: 'This game is destined to be global'"

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"Roger Goodell speaks ahead of 2023 Super Bowl, says 'TNF' flex scheduling possible, addresses ref fuss, more"

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"Roger Goodell says lack of diversity among head coaches has been 'unacceptable' in memo sent to NFL teams"

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"Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden has filed a lawsuit against the NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell, according to his attorney, claiming that Gruden's emails were "selectively leaked" in order to "force him out of his job."

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"NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said that he wishes the league had listened earlier to what Colin Kaepernick was protesting."

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"NFL commissioner Roger Goodell: 'We've moved on' from Colin Kaepernick after botched workout"

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"According to The New York Times, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is expected to fine Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones millions of dollars for Jones' feud with the league over Goodell's contract extension and running back Ezekiel Elliott's suspension."

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"Roger Goodell has signed a contract extension to remain the commissioner of the NFL, a league source confirmed to ESPN."

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"In December, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the formation of a committee to address the catch rule that will encourage input from players, including Dez Bryant."

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"PHOENIX (AP) The NFL won't decide on any discipline for Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch until after the Super Bowl, commissioner Roger Goodell said at his Super Bowl news conference Friday."

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"5, and league commissioner Roger Goodell was forced to testify."

• Congress asks Goodell to testify about TV deals
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• ‘Not Going To Stop the Season’ — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Sends Blunt Message to Refs Amid Ongoing Dispute
Roger Goodell sends a firm message to referees amid contract negotiations, warning that the upcoming season will continue without them....2026
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• Roger Goodell shares update on 18-game regular season, increase in international games

During a pre-draft interview that aired on ESPN, Goodell addressed the schedule change that seems to be inevitable....2026
• How Much Does Roger Goodell Make? Eye-Popping $500 Million Career Earnings, Net Worth of the NFL Commissioner
The NFL commissioner has earned an estimated $500 million to date and stands to clear $700 million by the time his current contract runs out...2026
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• Bucs Nation Open Thread for the 2026 NFL Draft

The NFL Draft kicks off tonight 8 p.m. ET. This year they’ll be in Pittsburgh showcasing each and every single bro hug between NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the player selected — one embrace at a time. The Buccaneers are in an odd spot drafting at No. 15 with lots of the top tier names gone by […]...2026
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• NFL Draft 2026: What time are the Texans picking in the first round?

There’s a moment that comes around when you start watching the NFL Draft that I think every football fan who watches the draft has. Everybody’s in a good mood, they’ve all finished booing Roger Goodell (for good reason) and now we’re a couple of picks in. The first couple blow past quickly because everyone and […]...2026
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• Previewing the 2026 NFL Draft order: Round 1

It is here. It has arrived. The day that everyone has been looking forward to all off-season… NFL Draft Day! Tonight, the first 32 members of the 2026 draft class will hear their names called by Commissioner Roger Goodell as the first round broadcasts live from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Ahead of this evening’s festivities, let’s take […]...2026
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• Insiders say Jets to Pick David Bailey; bad News for McDonald?

A trio of well-known draft pundits are claiming that Darren Mougey and his scouting department have decided who the Jets will take with the second pick in the draft in Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey. All that’s left now is for Roger Goodell to make the announcement on draft day according to Daniel Jeremiah, […] The post Insiders say Jets to Pick David Bailey; bad News for McDonal...2026
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• A 50-foot view of the Broncos 2026 draft

With the 2026 NFL draft a little over three weeks away, it’s natural to looks at the Broncos picks and wonder just what they’re going to do when Roger Goodell walks across the stage and kickstarts that countdown clock. Let’s be honest, the 2026 offseason has had all the intrigue of an annual family reunion […]...2026
• Why the NFL is ‘irritated’ with NBC’s NBA contract —and the potential ripple effect

Roger Goodell and Co. reportedly aren’t thrilled with how much more the rival league is getting for its Sunday night product....2026

• NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Sends Clear Message Addressing Lack of Black HCs, GMs Across League
NFL global growth is booming, but coaching diversity lags. Roger Goodell explains what’s next and why results haven’t changed....2026
• The Linc - Eagles reportedly held focus group where they discussed intent to build new stadium
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more
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• The Linc - The NFL keeps coming for the Eagles
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• Arrowheadlines: Chiefs sit atop ESPN’s post draft power rankings
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• Arrowheadlines: Seven men charged with burglary of Chiefs players’ homes

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Chiefs headlines for Thursday, February 20 The latest Seven men charged for alleged roles in robberies targeting Mahomes, Kelce, other athletes’ homes | The Athletic The individuals — Pablo Zuniga Cartes, Ignacio Zuniga Cartes, Bastian Jimenez Freraut, Jordan Quiroga Sanchez, Bastian Orellano Morales, Alexander Huiaguil Chavez, ...2025
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• Browns history: Legend John Wooten talks civil rights, Jim Brown, how the NFL has changed and so much more

Photo by: 2014 Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images 25 questions with Jim Brown’s roommate who had a great career on his own The first day of January is a day to reflect. New Year’s resolutions are made in order to change bad habits and improve a person’s life for the better. New Year’s Day has in the past been the date designated for the game of college football to crown its seas...2025
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• Week 15: Broncos vs. Colts - Live Updates

Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images Come join us to discuss today’s game between the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts in Week 15. This is the biggest home game in Denver since January 2016. If the Denver Broncos win, their playoff odds jump to 90%, but if they fall at home to the Indianapolis Colts it becomes a 50-50 proposition with the Colts holding the ace in the hole of the tiebr...2024
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• Retire Jim Brown’s number NFL-wide? Bill Belichick supports John Wooten’s idea; Wooten shares more with DBN

The gesture would symbolize just how remarkable JB was The passing of Jim Brown in May of last year was indeed a sad day for every diehard NFL fan. It also provided an opportunity. The National Football League (NFL) can now memorialize arguably one of the greatest players ever to set foot on any NFL football field. The NFL should retire Brown’s #32 jersey – leaguewide. Yes, every team. This was...2024
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• 2024 NFL Annual Meetings: Here's what Roger Goodell said, including playing on Christmas each year

The top discussion points from Roger Goodell's presser...2024

• NFL Draft 2026: What time are the Texans picking in the first round?
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• A 50-foot view of the Broncos 2026 draft
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• Dolphins Owner Stephen Ross Explains Decision of Turning Down $15,000,000,000 Offer To Sell Team
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• The Linc - Eagles reportedly held focus group where they discussed intent to build new stadium
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• Cowboys news: Dak Prescott & George Pickens connection creates optimism
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• The Linc - Former Eagles player says Jalen Carter is on a Hall of Fame trajectory
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more
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• Bengals News (5/22): Shemar Stewart discusses contract holdout

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Shemar Stewart sets the record straight. Shemar Stewart breaks silence on why he remains unsigned by Bengals and the obstacle preventing him from practicingBoth reports paint a similar picture. Stewart doesn't want to sign his deal and have his guaranteed money impacted in ways that won't affect Murphy and Mims, and signing the deal as is would give the...2025
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• Arrowheadlines: Could Tyreek Hill and Patrick Mahomes reunite for Olympic football?
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• Jim Irsay, Colts Owner & CEO of 28 years, has died at 65

Indianapolis Colts Own Jim Irsay looks on during the ceremony for Dwight Freeney at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. | Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images Despite battling numerous health issues over the past few decades, the Colts announced Mr. Irsay passed away peacefully in his sleep Wednesday afternoon. Jim Irsay, the former Indianapolis Colts...2025
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• Goodell: No decision yet on discipline for Marshawn Lynch
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• Goodell: 'Wished we listened earlier' to Kap
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• NFL players to kneel for anthem as a group, and some believe Roger Goodell could take part
The NFL is out of the business of discouraging any player from taking a knee...2020
• Gruden sues: Was targeted by NFL, Goodell

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• Roger Goodell encourages NFL teams to sign Colin Kaepernick: 'I welcome that'
Colin Kaepernick has not played in the NFL since 2016...2020
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• NFL commissioner Roger Goodell: 'We've moved on' from Colin Kaepernick after botched workout
It's no surprise, but the league has moved on from Kaepernick...2019
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• Roger Goodell says lack of diversity among head coaches has been 'unacceptable' in memo sent to NFL teams
Goodell also said the league will investigate Brian Flores' integrity claim against the Dolphins...2022
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• Roger Goodell upholds Tom Brady suspension
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has upheld Patriots quarterback Tom Brady's four-game suspension for violating the league's policy on integrity of the game, the league announced Tuesday....2015
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• Pre-Snap Reads 10/13: Is it attitude or scheme the Seahawks need to fix most?

Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images Read! Some would like to fire the new coach. Others would like to trade and/or release a plethora of players, both young and old. Still, others would like a full tear down of our Seattle Seahawks squad. Regardless, any change or success within our favorite Professional American Football team will have very little to do with us, the greater ‘Hawkdom. On this S...2024
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• Adrian Peterson Isn't the Victim, His Son Is
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• Browns break ground on stadium targeted for '29
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• 3 takeaways as the Browns break ground on $2.6B stadium
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• Roger Goodell shares update on 18-game regular season, increase in international games
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• Bucs Nation Open Thread for the 2026 NFL Draft
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• Falcons GM Ian Cunningham says 'work to be done' in NFL minority hiring, despite Florida AG pushback
First-year Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham said he'll continue to push for more diversity in the NFL's leadership positions, even after Florida's attorney general wrote that the league's minority hiring guidelines violate Florida state law. Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell saying the league's 23-year-old Rooney Rule amounts to “blatant...2026
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• Florida AG challenges NFL to abolish Rooney Rule
Florida's attorney general has sent a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to express concern that the Rooney Rule is "blatant race and sex discrimination" and that hiring decisions should be based on merit only....2026
• New NFLPA executive director JC Tretter sends message to Roger Goodell, owners about 18-game season

The NFL hasn't picked a date for Super Bowl LXII in February 2028 because of the possibility that the season could be extended at some point before the 2027 schedule is released in May of next year....2026
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• Roger Goodell seems to respond to Patriots owner Robert Kraft about possible 18-game NFL season

Back in January, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft suggested that the NFL going to a schedule format of 18 regular-season games and two preseason contests was basically a foregone conclusion....2026
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• 5 Takeaways from Roger Goodell's Super Bowl Press Conference

Roger Goodell broke news about the NFL's international schedule, where things stand on an 18-game regular season and what he thought about Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame snub....2026
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• NFL says it will look into Giants co-owner Steve Tisch's association with Jeffrey Epstein
The NFL released a statement Monday saying it will look into New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch and his association with Jeffrey Epstein after his name showed up more than 400 times in files released by the U.S. Justice Department regarding Epstein. The statement came before league Commissioner Roger Goodell was scheduled to hold his annual state of the league address to kick off Super Bowl wee...2026
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• ‘Insanity’ — NFL World Rips Roger Goodell for Refusing to Investigate Mike Vrabel Amid Dianna Russini Scandal
NFL World blasts Roger Goodell for refusing to investigate Mike Vrabel amid Dianna Russini scandal, sparking outrage over league stance....2026
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• Falcons GM Ian Cunningham says 'work to be done' in NFL minority hiring, despite Florida AG pushback
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• Florida AG challenges NFL to abolish Rooney Rule
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• Cowboys news: Dak Prescott & George Pickens connection creates optimism
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• Arrowheadlines: Joe Thuney signs new contract with Bears
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• Arrowheadlines: Chiefs sit atop ESPN’s post draft power rankings
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• Pre-Snap Reads 10/13: Is it attitude or scheme the Seahawks need to fix most?
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• Taylor Swift conspiracy: Did the NFL push to get the Chiefs in the Super Bowl?

Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images This year was the Taylor Swift bandwagon season When any television viewer would tune in for a Kansas City Chiefs game, several times a game the TV cameras would pan to pop star Taylor Swift in some secure luxury suite. Movie stars and music legends being shown on the TV screen are nothing new. Who hasn’t viewed Jack Nicholson for any home Los Angeles L...2024
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• Pre-Snap Reads 2/6: More on new head coach Mike Macdonald

Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images Read! Field! Gulls! In Today’s Links: Seattle Seahawks (dot) com takes a little bit of a deeper dive into the psyche of our new head coach; also some mailbag Q and A’s. We’ve hired another coach, maybe even hired another by the end of the day. Maybe a little spending breakdown from the likes of Ben Baldwin, and a final report card on the Seahawks’ CB ...2024
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• Brian Flores generating no interest in coaching searches

Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports Why? You know why For a good chunk of the second half of the 2023 NFL regular season, there was a lot of speculation that the Minnesota Vikings could lose defensive coordinator Brian Flores to a head coaching job. With names being tossed all over as having sat for interviews with teams and seven current head coaching openings around the league, Flores has gener...2024
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