Roger Goodell

  1. NFL Leads All Sports Leagues in Government Lobbying and Political Involvement

    All of the major sports organizations in the U.S. engage in some lobbying. By far, the NFL leads the way, spending more than its three closest rivals combined...

    Jed Hughes Written by Jed Hughes about 1 day ago 83 reads 0 comments

  2. Roger Goodell: 2016 Superbowl to Be Held in Chicago?

    The Mayor of Chicago , Rahm Emanuel, met with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell earlier Friday in regards to possibly bringing the big dance to the Windy City in the not-so-distant future...

    Manish Nayak Written by Manish Nayak about 2 days ago 2,012 reads 9 comments

  3. New Orleans Saints: 5 Things Saints Must Do in 2012 to Shake Bountygate

    After the loss to San Francisco in the NFC playoffs, Saints fans were anxious to see the team do well this upcoming season...

    Andres Botero Written by Andres Botero about 3 days ago 1,613 reads 10 comments

  4. 3 Things NFL Must Do to Address Public Image Problem

    These past few months have put a stain on what seemed to be a pretty clean image that was upheld by the NFL ...

    Talib Babb Written by Talib Babb about 5 days ago 44 reads 0 comments

  5. James Harrison's Latest Loudmouthing Just Desperate Attempt to Stay Relevant?

    Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison has proven again that he has absolutely no fear of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell ...

    Zach Kruse Written by Zach Kruse about 8 days ago 3,535 reads 22 comments

  6. Bountygate: Roger Goodell Will Soon Reveal the Evidence Against the Saints

    Just as many of the players involved in the New Orleans Saints ' Bountygate have wished since the scandal was revealed, they will have the evidence against them revealed by the current commissioner of the NFL , who has a Pete Rozelle complex...

    Brad Berry Written by Brad Berry about 11 days ago 534 reads 11 comments

  7. Why NFL Would Be Smart to Keep New Orleans Saints Bounty Evidence Private

    NFL commissioner Roger Goodell claims that he expects the evidence in the New Orleans Saints bounty case to become public soon, according to ESPN.com . But it would be in the NFL's best interests to keep that information private...

    Ryan Phillips Written by Ryan Phillips about 11 days ago 1,677 reads 20 comments

  8. Jonathan Vilma's Lawsuit Proves There's a Sucker Born Every Minute

    Bounties...Concussions...Suicides...Suspensions...Investigations...Charges...Counter charges...Lawsuits...Threats...Allegations...Dogs and cats living together. ...Mass hysteria...

    Ed Berliner Written by Ed Berliner about 13 days ago 551 reads 2 comments

  9. Jonathan Vilma's Suit Against Roger Goodell Is Tough to Prove

    When the news came down that suspended New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma was suing Roger Goodell for defamation of character I, like many of you, was taken aback. After looking at the claims Vilma is making, I was taken aback again...

    Brandon Tripp Written by Brandon Tripp about 16 days ago 165 reads 11 comments

  10. Why Jonathan Vilma May Have a Case After All Against Roger Goodell, NFL

    The players suspended as a result of the "player bounty" scandal that has rocked the New Orleans Saints had their appeals heard by the National Football League earlier this week...

    Gary Davenport Written by Gary Davenport about 16 days ago 841 reads 7 comments

  11. Roger Goodell Must Produce Evidence Against Jonathan Vilma or Exonerate

    I'm confused. And I know I’m not the only one who feels this way. For weeks, everyone on the planet has “known” that Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma was guilty ...

    Knox Bardeen Written by Knox Bardeen about 16 days ago 6,568 reads 163 comments

  12. NFL: Why the League Owes Better Treatment to Former Players

    The future of the NFL is currently at a crossroads and the integrity of the league is in jeopardy. While the sport itself has become "America's Game" because of its protrusion of ...

    Matt Bowen Written by Matt Bowen about 18 days ago 73 reads 1 comments

  13. New Orleans Saints Bounty Scandal: Grievance Unlikely to Be Overturned

    Whether you agree with Roger Goodell 's decisions or not, it seems that the punishments given to the New Orleans Saints staff and players will likely remain unchanged...

    Rob Goldberg Written by Rob Goldberg about 19 days ago 1,032 reads 6 comments

  14. Don't Look Now, but Ochocinco Is Making a Hell of a Lot of Sense

    Let's face it, you either love or hate Chad Ochocinco. I happen to fall on the "love" side of the ledger, but I completely understand if someone happens to land on the opposite side...

    Aaron Nagler Written by Aaron Nagler about 20 days ago 6,892 reads 11 comments

  15. Chad Ochocinco's Letter to Roger Goodell Is Right on the Money

    Chad Ochocinco's letter to Roger Goodell discussing the recent turmoil involving the NFL 's handling of head injuries was not only perfectly timed, but its content was right on the mark...

    Ryan Phillips Written by Ryan Phillips about 20 days ago 3,081 reads 5 comments

  16. Player Safety and the NFLPA's Decision to Protect Wallets Instead

    North American football is a violent game. This seems to be the only thing either side can agree on; but for football to continue to resemble football, they must do better...

    Andre' Floyd Written by Andre' Floyd about 20 days ago 65 reads 4 comments

  17. Chad Ochocinco Writes Bizarre Open Letter in Support of Roger Goodell

    Whether you think he's hilarious or annoying, smart or idiotic, misunderstood or immature, you can't deny that Chad Ochocinco is one interesting dude...

    Austin Green Written by Austin Green about 21 days ago 28,931 reads 48 comments

  18. 5 Ideas and Rule Changes the NFL Should Consider

    The NFL 's popularity is at an all-time high. They have become the Midas of the sports world—everything they touch, it seems, turns to gold...

    J.J. Rodriguez Written by J.J. Rodriguez about 21 days ago 3,541 reads 31 comments

  19. Are Concussion Realities Helping To Erase Warrior Mentality of NFL Players?

    Despite the increased awareness of concussions and head-related traumas in the National Football League, the sport will always be home to the "warrior mentality"—a mindset that the game as it is currently structured requires...

    Zach Kruse Written by Zach Kruse about 22 days ago 411 reads 2 comments

  20. NFL Must Be Transparent About Saints Punishments, or Risk Losing Credibility

    No story in the NFL this offseason has been more sordid than the "player bounty" scandal that has engulfed the New Orleans Saints , leading to the suspensions of players and coaches both in New Orleans and elsewhere...

    Gary Davenport Written by Gary Davenport about 24 days ago 1,323 reads 21 comments

  21. New Orleans Saints and Bountygate: Roger Goodell Must Show Us the Evidence

    Who Dat Nation, I would say that you have waited long enough. Everyone is thinking the same thing: Hey, Roger Goodell—give up the goods! I, mean, this is America, right? Usually ...

    Jason Bernos Written by Jason Bernos about 25 days ago 1,474 reads 17 comments

  22. NFL's Concussion Battle Will Ruin Future Between Owners and NFLPA

    The concussion battle between the NFL owners and the players association is one of the most interesting topics around right now. And not just in the world of sports...

    John Rozum Written by John Rozum about 25 days ago 224 reads 2 comments

  23. Roger Goodell Must Uphold Saints Players' Suspensions

    For as tough as Roger Goodell has been on NFL players violating any kind of league rule, he must remain as such when it comes to the New Orleans Saints ' bounty suspensions...

    John Rozum Written by John Rozum about 26 days ago 548 reads 2 comments

  24. Bountygate: NFL Players' Association Files Grievance Against League

    It's about to get ugly between the NFL and the NFL Players' Association. According to Andrew Brandt of ESPN , the NFLPA has filed a grievance against Commissioner Roger Goodell ...

    James Wrabel, Jr. Written by James Wrabel, Jr. about 30 days ago 58 reads 0 comments

  25. Kurt Warner's Comments Highlight Why the NFL Is Concerned with Player Safety

    Kurt Warner , former NFL quarterback and Super Bowl champion, revealed on the Dan Patrick Show that he would prefer his children not play football...

    Eric McKelvie Written by Eric McKelvie about 30 days ago 590 reads 1 comments