Goodell Reaffirms Rooney Rule Amid Florida AG Push

At the NFL annual meeting, Commissioner Roger Goodell reaffirmed that the Rooney Rule will remain in place, rejecting Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's call to eliminate it. Goodell said the rule has evolved over time and will continue to adapt as circumstances warrant.

He emphasized that the league's commitment to diversity remains unchanged, noting that the Rooney Rule helps identify a diverse set of candidates and that the NFL will continue to engage with stakeholders on policy matters.