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The Washington Commanders are gearing up for the 2024 campaign, and there are a lot of reasons to be excited for the new season. Jayden Daniels will be taking over under center after he was selected with the second overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft, and the team has a new head coach in […]

The NFL’s new kickoff format is one of the biggest rule changes in the history of The Shield. Roger Goodell and the league are borrowing an approach used in the XFL to revitalize action in kickoffs, which are becoming less frequent over the years and remain one of the most dangerous plays in the game. […]

The NFL’s chain gang will not be going anywhere — at least for one more season. The league has reportedly decided against using electronic first-down tracking technology for the 2024 NFL season, according to Mark Maske of The Washington Post. “The NFL will not utilize its electronic system to measure first downs during the 2024 […]

 NFL Sunday Ticket is usually a good way to catch live games on demand that are happening outside of one’s locality. However, subscribers have recently taken an issue with and filed a lawsuit against the Roger Goodell-led league. It took a long and grueling process that involved billions of dollars and a court of law. […]

The class-action NFL Sunday Ticket lawsuit just got a huge update from the judge of the case. According to U.S. District Judge Philip Gutierrez, the jury in the case did not follow the judge’s instructions when determining damages. Gutierrez made the remark while hearing the NFL’s post-trial motion that he rule in favor of the […]

The NFL has been very open about the desire to eventually expand the regular season schedule to 18 games. Roger Goodell has repeatedly spoken in favor of reducing the preseason in favor of adding more regular season games. A recent update from a key NFLPA figure suggests that the new schedule could become a reality […]

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell recently addressed the landmark $4.7 billion jury verdict against the league concerning its premium Sunday Ticket product, signaling the NFL’s unwavering commitment to contesting the ruling. This verdict, issued by a Los Angeles jury last month, marks a significant moment in the nearly decade-long antitrust litigation accusing the NFL of unlawfully […]

Late June is the time of year where hardcore NFL fans start becoming itchy for football. It also happens to be one of the slowest periods on the league calendar. The latest NFL news is actually about the league calendar itself. The NFL released its full calendar for the 2024 season. Fans have already been […]

Becoming NFL Super Bowl host is a monumental boon for its host city, particularly from the revenue streams it generates beyond the gate receipts that impact the local community. Mayor of London Sadiq Khan once again broached this idea of making the English capital the first Super Bowl host city outside of the US, with […]

In a highly anticipated update from the NFL’s Spring Meeting in Nashville, Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed the ongoing discussions surrounding Tom Brady’s potential stake in the Las Vegas Raiders. Per NFL Insider Ian Rappoport, “In his news conference from the Spring Meeting in Nashville, Commissioner Roger Goodell says “progress is being made” on Tom Brady […]

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has been a hot topic of conversation since delivering a commencement speech at a college graduation on May 11. In the 20-minute speech he gave at Benedictine College – a Catholic liberal arts school in Kansas – Butker urged women to embrace their “vocation” of being a homemaker and […]

The New England Patriots had a franchise-altering 2024 NFL Draft. The team added a ton of talent on offense, which has fans excited for the preseason to get here already. The NFL preseason has been in the news recently, with Roger Goodell making comments about it in multiple interviews throughout draft weekend. One player on […]

The NFL continues to make headway in their plan to achieve world domination. Tradition is being cast aside in favor of substantial growth. No longer are Sundays, Mondays and Thanksgiving Thursdays the only days synonymous with this cultural giant. Football is stealing some of Santa Claus’ shine, with the league seemingly intent on becoming a […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have had a busy offseason so far, and it looks like they could be set for some improvements after a disappointing 2023 campaign. Off the field, all eyes are on Tom Brady to see whether his bid to join the Raiders ownership group will get approved, and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell […]

Currently, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and his front office executive staff are looking for ways to make their product as digestible as possible for fans following a 2023 season that once again saw Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs hoist the Lombardi Trophy after winning yet another Super Bowl Championship. While Mahomes continues to […]

Roger Goodell and the rest of the NFL staff had a lot on their plate for Super Bowl 58. Their new overtime rules were tested by the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. They also attracted a lot of viewers because of famous stars in Allegiant Stadium like Taylor Swift, Mr. Beast, Jay-Z, Beyonce, […]

The public’s appetite for the NFL is so insatiable that it is difficult to imagine anyone failing to succeed in the commissioner role. It is an established brand that is deeply embedded in the fabric of American society. That being said, one of the reasons why Roger Goodell was awarded a contract extension last year […]

During Monday’s Super Bowl news conference, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell gave a shoutout to the league’s game officials, which may not sit well with most fans. Roger Goodell speaks up on officiating in the NFL “The level of scrutiny is at the highest I’ve ever seen it… I think our officials do a great job. […]

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell held his annual Super Bowl week press conference, and the subject of streaming came up. The NFL had success (and also received pushback for) streaming the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Miami Dolphins playoff game last month, and Goodell was asked if there are plans to expand into the streaming space, per […]

NFL Commissioner Rodger Goodell said in his annual Super Bowl week press conference Monday that while former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick would be missed on the sidelines this season, he has a strong ‘feeling’ that he’ll still be connected to the league, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network: “Roger Goodell, on Bill […]

The Kansas City Chiefs had a go-ahead touchdown call called back against the Buffalo Bills due to an offsides call on wide receiver Kadarius Toney, and the penalty received much criticism from Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell staunchly supported the referees in light of the criticism of the call against the […]

The NFL is continuing to expand play internationally, with NFL owners approving for a game to be played in São Paulo, Brazil during the 2024 season. The two teams who will play have not been announced, but an NFC team will be the home team, per The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov. The NFC will host […]

In an NFL season that has been defined by Travis Kelce’s relationship with Time’s Person of the Year Taylor Swift, Aaron Rodgers’ achilles tendon, CJ Stroud’s unprecedented emergence, and the final nail going into the New England Patriots coffin, the one singular play that has made the most headlines has been the Tush Push. Popularized […]

He’s been out of the spotlight for several years, but a former star wide receiver in the National Football League is one step closer to returning to the game. Former Steelers receiver Martavis Bryant has been reinstated by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and is drawing interest from several teams, per NFL reporter Tom Pelissero. Bryant, […]

Roger Goodell is currently the NFL commissioner. He recently agreed to a three-year contract extension with the league that will maintain his status as commissioner through March of 2027, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Might this be Goodell’s final contract extension though? Adam Schefter reports that some people around the NFL world believe Goodell could […]

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell sees a day when the Super Bowl is played in another country. Goodell specifically sees the opportunity for America’s biggest game to be played in London. “It is not impossible, and it is something that has been discussed before,” Goodell told a fan forum in London last week, per ESPN. The […]

The Miami Dolphins are riding high heading into their Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers in South Beach. Tua Tagovailoa has led a masterful offensive attack for the ‘Fins and Tyreek Hill is a big reason for Miami’s success. Hill leads the NFL with 651 receiving yards on 36 receptions. He has five touchdowns […]

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has paid tribute to legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Dick Butkus. Goodell issued a statement on Dick Butkus’ death on Thursday, per NFL Media reporter Tom Pelissero. “Dick Butkus was a fierce and passionate competitor who helped define the linebacker position as one of the NFL’s all-time greats. Dick’s intuition, toughness, and […]

After coming off a major Thursday Night Football win over their division rival Green Bay Packers, the Lions got another huge win Friday when NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced that wide receiver Jameson Williams suspension will be lifted early and he is eligible to return to play in Week 5. Jameson Williams was originally suspended […]

In the NFL, the playing surface has remained a point of debate with many players arguing for natural grass as opposed to turf. The debate has been going on for quite some time now, but with a recent season-ending injury to Aaron Rodgers, the issue has picked up pace. Many players, including Rodgers’ former Green […]

Former NFL Network employee Jim Trotter has filed a discrimination lawsuit against the NFL. In his lawsuit, Trotter claims that he faced discrimination when his contract was not renewed after five years with the company after he regularly spoke out on issues of race and discrimination in the NFL. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has responded […]

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is the latest victim of turf surfaces in the NFL after suffering a season-ending Achilles injury. But, don’t expect any changes anytime soon. Commissioner Roger Goodell made an appearance on First Take Wednesday and discussed the plea from the NFLPA to get rid of turf and play only on […]

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill can’t seem to keep his hands to himself. In the latest incident this NFL offseason, Hill smacked a boat captain in the back of the neck for asking him to get off his boat. Ultimately, the victim dropped the charges, and now NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the league […]

The NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell talk a big game about how player health and safety — specifically head injuries and concussions — are the league’s top priority. They’ve even implemented some rules and mandates to help this epidemic in the game. However, while players wearing Guardian Caps over their NFL helmets in training camps […]

While Alvin Kamara is out of hot water legally for his 2022 fight, there’s still a chance the New Orleans Saints running back is punished by the league. Kamara and the Saints will have much more clarity on a potential suspension after meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. That meeting is set to take place […]

Former Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden was infamously fired after his e-mails leaked complaining about the NFL, commissioner Roger Goodell, and Washington Commanders former owner Dan Snyder. The owner of the now Las Vegas Raiders Mark Davis was not too pleased with how the whole situation played out, putting his reaction bluntly in conversation […]

It’s been nearly two years since Jon Gruden resigned as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders and new details are emerging on what led to the downfall of one of the most recognizable faces in the NFL. Gruden was pushed out of the Raiders in October 2021 after emails were leaked that contained racist […]

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell may not be winning many popularity awards with the public, but he might as well be a giant and infinite dollar sign as far as league owners are concerned. Everyone expected him to be awarded a contract extension, but Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has now all but confirmed it. Although […]

Fans waiting for the Washington Commanders’ sale to be finalized need to be a little more patient. This is after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed on Thursday ahead of the 2023 Draft that they will make an announcement regarding the transaction next month. Goodell did mention that “progress is being made” when it comes to […]