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What Is The Rooney Rule? Everything To Know About New England Patriots’ Violating It
Did the New England Patriots violate the Rooney Rule in hiring Mike Vrabel? Uncover the controversy shaking up their hiring process.
What is the Rooney Rule and why are the New England Patriots accused of breaking it?
Rod Graves, a former NFL executive who worked for teams such as the Arizona Cardinals and New York Jets, said that the New England Patriots did not comply with the spirit of the Ro
What is the Rooney Rule? Breaking down the NFL’s policy as Cowboys coaching search begins
As teams begin to shift focus into the 2025 offseason, the league currently features six head coaches of color. Former Cowboys scout John Wooten has been key in the Rooney Rule’s implementation, noting that there’s still work to be done.
NFL’s Rooney Rule explained: Who did the Patriots interview before hiring Mike Vrabel?
The Patriots have a new person in charge of all things football and they expect Vrabel to bring some order to the team.
Ex-NFL exec eviscerates Patriots for making ‘mockery’ of NFL’s Rooney Rule
In searching for the successor to Jerod Mayo, the New England Patriots adhered to the ‘Rooney Rule’ — not in practice, but merely in principle.
Ex-NFL GM rips Patriots' Rooney Rule 'mockery' amid Mike Vrabel hire
Former NFL GM Rod Graves criticized the Patriots' usage of the Rooney Rule by interviewing two black candidates before hiring Mike Vrabel.
Super Bowl Champion Calls NFL's Rooney Rule a 'Joke' After Patriots' Controversial Coaching Search
Ryan Clark, former Super Bowl champion and ESPN analyst, criticizes the New England Patriots for their handling of the Rooney Rule during their recent head-coaching search, reigniting debates about NFL diversity efforts.
Latest interview could allow Bears coach search to go faster
Eddie George, the Tennessee State coach and former Titans running back star, is a longshot for the Bears job. The Bears are ...
Super Bowl champ says NFL's Rooney Rule a 'joke' to teams, criticizes how Patriots complied
Super Bowl champion Ryan Clark blasted the New England Patriots on "Inside the NFL" for how they complied with the NFL's ...
Everyone Questioned the Bears Latest Coaching Interview Decision
Clubs must conduct an in-person interview with at least two external diverse — minority and/or female — candidates for any GM ...
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Raiders may now hold in-person head coach interview with Lions OC Ben Johnson
Lions OC Ben Johnson is said to be the Raiders top choice and with his playoff run over, he is now free to fly out to Las ...
Bears complete beneficial Eddie George interview
The Bears finished interviewing Eddie George on Sunday in a situation that appears beneficial for both parties, though not ...
Raiders next regime hiring could be accelerated after Lions’ early playoff exit
Ben Johnson, believed to be the top target, can now conduct an in-person interview as soon as Monday after Detroit's season ...
Giants' Brandon Brown will have second GM interview with Raiders
New York Giants assistant GM Brandon Brown will meet with the Las Vegas Raiders in person on Monday for their vacant general ...
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Patriots interview Chargers assistant Marcus Brady for offensive coordinator job, per report
The New England Patriots have conducted their second interview for their vacant offensive coordinator position. According to ...