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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 Rooney Rule when they hired Mike Vrabel.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Business of Football: Patriots Expose Problem With Rooney Rule
Plus, the Cowboys were on-brand in their handling of Mike McCarthy, and thoughts about future contracts for Sam Darnold and Brock Purdy.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
NFL rumors: Insiders praise Aaron Glenn's Patriots decision over Rooney Rule 'sham'
Patriots owner Robert Kraft has hired Mike Vrabel but Lions DC Aaron Glenn made a point about the Rooney Rule in the process.
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Steelers suddenly have unexpected chance to gain two extra third-round picks for 2025 and 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a storied history that is not often compared to many organizations throughout the entire ...
Patriots coaching news tracker: Keep tabs on Mike Vrabel’s new staff
The Patriots spent Tuesday interviewing Chicago Bears interim coach Thomas Brown for their vacant post, MassLive confirmed.
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Dallas Cowboys coaching search: Ian Rapoport reveals potential timeline for hire, plan to fulfill Rooney Rule
Through the first week of their coaching search, the Dallas Cowboys’ list of interviews is coming into focus. But as NFL ...