NFL says it will control investigation into Commanders owner Dan Snyder, not the team
Hours after the team's announcement of its independent investigation, the NFL said the team "would not control the probe."
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Civil rights leaders call on the NFL to replace the Rooney Rule
The Rooney Rule, a policy that went into effect in 2003, requires NFL teams to interview candidates of color for head coaching and senior operation vacancies.
Brian Flores took a big risk suing the NFL. Here's why he thinks it's worth it
The ex-head coach of the Miami Dolphins alleges racial discrimination in his suit against the NFL. The ultimate goal is change – even if he gets blackballed in the process, Flores tells NPR.
Why a 20-year effort by the NFL hasn't led to more minorities in top coaching jobs
The NFL's Rooney Rule set out to correct inequities at the top of pro football's hierarchy. But today, there are still few minorities in head coaching positions.
Ex-Washington football employee brings new harassment claim against owner Dan Snyder
A day after the Washington Football Team unveiled its new name, former employees appeared on Capitol Hill to share stories of workplace harassment, including a new allegation against Snyder himself.
The Washington Football Team's new name is the Washington Commanders
The big announcement ends 18 months of research, focus groups and fan submissions for the organization's new identity and brand.
Ex-Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores accuses NFL of racial discrimination in lawsuit
Flores alleges that the league is "managed much like a plantation" charging that its 32 owners, none of whom are Black, profit from the labor of its players, 70% of whom are African American.
Internet sleuths think they figured out the Washington Football Team's new name
The team is scheduled to reveal its new name on Wednesday. But did a newly acquired domain name spoil the surprise?
NFL Hall of Fame coach and iconic sports broadcaster John Madden dies at 85
For 10 seasons, John Madden led the Oakland Raiders as head coach. After his retirement, he became a legendary NFL commentator for three decades.
NFL players are 4 times more likely to develop ALS, a new study shows
Scientists who conducted the study say they couldn't determine exactly why the rate was higher but suggested that repetitive head impacts and traumatic brain injuries may play a role.