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The Rooney Rule is an NFL policy that requires teams to interview diverse candidates for certain jobs. 

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Dan M. Rooney

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Daniel Milton Rooney was an American professional football executive and diplomat best known for his association with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League, and son of the Steelers' founder, Art Rooney. He held various roles within the organization, most notably as president, owner and chairman. 

The Rooney Rule is an NFL policy that requires teams to interview diverse candidates for certain jobs. The rule is named after Dan Rooney, the former owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers and chair of the league's diversity committee.

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Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

Two original founders of the NFL's Rooney Rule told ESPN they agree with commissioner Roger Goodell that the league's efforts on diversity are bearing fruit, but they say there's more work to do. One noted an ongoing gap in a key head coach recruiting pool: offensive coordinators.


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NFL's Rooney Rule, Accelerator Program in spotlight after recent minority firings

Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

 The ouster of Carthon is “perhaps the biggest blow” to the NFL’s expanded efforts to “increase minority representation in top decision-making roles.” High-ranking NFL officials cited the Titans’ hiring of Carthon in January of 2023 as “proof that the league’s newest hiring initiative had already succeeded.” 

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Patriots facing major backlash for Rooney Rule handling in head coach search

Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

Patriots facing major backlash for Rooney Rule handling in head coach search

The New England Patriots are facing significant criticism for the way they quickly checked off the Rooney Rule in their search for a new head coach.

It's apparent the team is looking to move fast on a coaching hire after firing Jerod Mayo, following their Week 18 win over the Buffalo Bills. 


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