Minority NFL Coaches Say Rooney Rule Process Is “Rigged”

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Minority NFL Coaches Say Rooney Rule Process Is “Rigged”

An ESPN investigation found that several minority NFL coaches believe the Rooney Rule hiring process remains "rigged" despite league diversity initiatives. The report cited former Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham's interview with the Jaguars before Liam Coen's hiring as an example, while more than a dozen minority coaches declined to comment publicly, citing concerns that speaking out could hurt future job opportunities.

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Raiders to Sign Fourth-Round Pick Jermod McCoy Today

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The Bengals will induct running back James Brooks and tight end Bob Trumpy into the team's Ring of Honor after the pair were elected by a fan vote. The ceremony will take place during Cincinnati's Nov. 1 home game against the Titans. Brooks earned four Pro Bowl selections and helped the Bengals reach Super Bowl XXIII, while Trumpy spent 10 seasons with the franchise.

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