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Roger Goodell defends NFL’s new ‘Thursday Night Football’ flex policy
"It also helps us work to make sure the best game is on for a broader fan base around the country, and around the world now."
Roger Goodell on potential early opt-out from CBS deal after Skydance merger: ‘I don’t see that happening’
"We have a two-year period to make that decision. I don't see that happening, but we have that option and that's something we'll take a look at."
Pablo Torre: ‘If I was running the (NFL) union … I would be calling for Roger Goodell’s job’
"They could have gone to Capitol Hill, they could have called for hearings, they could have made an enormous public display of, 'Look at what we're dealing with, heading into our next CBA.'"
NFL, NFLPA reportedly struck secret deal to hide collusion findings from players
ESPN reports the NFL and NFLPA kept a collusion ruling hidden from players for months, stirring outrage within the union.
Former NFLPA head DeMaurice Smith takes aim at ‘cold, dark’ Roger Goodell, ‘impressive antagonist’ Aaron Rodgers in new book
"The god of Cheesehead Nation was isolated and dismissive. He sat in the back row of the meeting room, issuing loud sighs before standing for a dramatic exit."
NFLPA won’t negotiate on 18-game NFL season until next year
"There had been a belief that the talks would intensify this summer. The reason for the delay isn't clear."
NFL to split vacant Chief Media Officer role among multiple execs
"We have spent some time planning for this change and are confident we will successfully manage the responsibilities while we align our structure to meet our long-term strategic goals."
Roger Goodell teases 16-game international schedule ‘within five years’
"I do think that will happen in the very near future."
NFL media boss sidesteps question on Sunday streaming package
"We’re going to pick our partners based on their ability to promote our game, produce quality telecasts and achieve reach."
Roger Goodell scrutinized for facial expressions during Oval Office press conference with President Trump
"Roger Goodell has to stand there while Trump defends posting an AI photo of himself as Pope, which is why you don't ever agree to appear with Trump in public."
Donald Trump to announce 2027 NFL Draft will be in Washington D.C.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris will be alongside Trump during the announcement on Monday.
Roger Goodell floats idea of shortening NFL Draft
Goodell thinks it could be good to shorten the clock from 10 minutes to seven for first-round selections.
NFL moves Lions’ Thanksgiving Day kickoff to 1 p.m. ET
Starting in 2025, the Lions’ traditional Thanksgiving Day game will kick off at 1 p.m. ET instead of 12:30.
NFL to hold 3 Christmas Day games ‘every year’
"We will clearly have three games every year."
Comedian Brad Williams pitches Roger Goodell on Mike Leach-inspired Tush Push alternative
"...He had suggested putting a little person in the backfield and actually tossing him over the line for short-yardage situations."
Ricky Williams and Calvin Johnson mock Roger Goodell in Jeeter/National Lampoon Super Bowl-adjacent cannabis short
A video from Jeeter and National Lampoon released Sunday involves Ricky Williams, Calvin Johnson, and a shot at Roger Goodell.
Ryan Clark applauds Roger Goodell for taking a stand for DEI
"President Trump is the exact reason you need diversity, equity, and inclusion."
Stephen A. Smith insists Roger Goodell relationship won’t influence his NFL commentary
"I’m gonna be straight. I’m gonna be honest, I’m not gonna get personal. And more importantly, I’m not trying to disrupt the business."
Chris Russo blows a gasket over Roger Goodell denying Chiefs favoritism: ‘We’re not stupid!’
"We’re not stupid! Sports fans are smart! They’re sophisticated!"
NFL shelving ‘End Racism’ Super Bowl message with Donald Trump in attendance
The NFL will not put an "End Racism" message in the Super Bowl endzone just in time for Donald Trump and his anti-DEI policies.
Roger Goodell denies ‘ridiculous theory’ Chiefs get favorable calls
"I think the men and women that officiate in the NFL are outstanding."
Roger Goodell: Diversity efforts ‘make the NFL better’ and will continue
"I think we'll continue those efforts. I think it's also clearly a reflection of our fanbase and our communities and our players."
Roger Goodell on if NFL TV contracts are undervalued: ‘I always think we’re undervalued’
"Listen, I think the NFL, you see it by the ratings, they're extraordinary."
Roger Goodell calls Tom Brady ‘incredibly cooperative’ on avoiding conflicts of interest at Fox
"I think he's serious about making sure that he separates these two and doesn't put anyone in a potential position of conflict."
