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sports26 days ago•6 min saved

Goodell Defends Rooney Rule as Coaching Diversity Remains Elusive

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defended the Rooney Rule at a Super Bowl press conference, arguing it helps teams evaluate a diverse slate of coaching candidates even as this hiring cycle produced 10 openings with only one minority hire and no Black head coaches; he emphasized the rule requires interviews rather than guarantees hires, and said the league will continue reviewing policies (including the accelerator program) to improve future outcomes and accountability across all clubs.

via NBC Sports|

#coaching-hires #diversity #mike-florio

sports26 days ago•29 min saved

Goodell Faces Scrutiny Over NFL’s Black-Head-Coach Hiring Gap

As the NFL completed its latest head‑coach cycle, nine of ten openings were filled by white men, with Robert Saleh the lone non‑white hire, leaving three Black head coaches in 2026. The piece argues the league cannot mandate hires and that ownership drives decisions, despite Rooney Rule efforts, so Goodell is set to face questions about diversity and whether the league’s actions translate into real change rather than virtue signaling.

via OutKick|

#black-coaches #coaching-hires #diversity

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Ravens name Jesse Minter as head coach, signaling a defense-first rebuild

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Baltimore Ravens have hired former Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as their new head coach, with analysis from Judy Battista on the implications for the franchise.

via NFL.com|

#baltimore-ravens #coaching-hires #jesse-minter

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Lions eye Drew Petzing as OC, drawing early praise from peers

The Detroit Lions reportedly plan to hire Drew Petzing as their next offensive coordinator, though the deal isn’t official yet after his interview last week. The article collects reactions from NFL peers and former players who coached him, highlighting Petzing’s broad experience—from the Vikings to the Browns and Falcons—and his football intellect. Kevin Stefanski calls him one of the smartest coaches he’s worked with, while Jarius Wright praises his command of offensive concepts; overall, analysts on social media are weighing in as Lions pursue their OC.

via Pride Of Detroit|

#coaching-hires #detroit-lions #drew-petzing

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Tomlin's Steelers Hire Sparked NFL's Inclusive Hiring Era

Tomlin's hiring by the Steelers—an interview not originally required by the Rooney Rule—helped push the NFL to broaden its candidate pool and opened more opportunities for minority coaches and front-office roles across the league.

via Andscape|

#coaching-hires #diversity #mike-tomlin

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Lions weigh four OC candidates, spotlighting two lesser-known coaches

The Detroit Lions have four named offensive coordinator candidates—Mike McDaniel, Mike Kafka, Tee Martin, and Jake Peetz—with Martin and Peetz being lesser-known; the piece weighs their fit, charisma, play-calling history, and potential culture fit, while debating whether to hire quickly or wait for a stronger candidate (note: the discussion was recorded before Kafka's news).

via Pride Of Detroit|

#candidate-analysis #coaching-hires #detroit-lions

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Iowa State's Jimmy Rogers Unveils New Football Staff and Recruiting Strategy

Iowa State University announced its new offensive coaching staff for the upcoming football season, led by head coach Jimmy Rogers, including experienced coaches like Tyler Roehl as offensive coordinator and specialists for quarterbacks, tight ends, running backs, wide receivers, and offensive line, all with notable college and NFL backgrounds.

via Iowa State Athletics|

#coaching-hires #college-football #football

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Braves Add Former Mets Coaches Jeremy Hefner and Antoan Richardson to Staff

The Atlanta Braves have hired Jeremy Hefner as their new pitching coach and Antoan Richardson as first base coach, replacing Rick Kranitz and Tom Goodwin, respectively, as part of a coaching overhaul following a disappointing 2025 season, with both coaches returning to Atlanta after previous stints with the Mets.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#antoan-richardson #braves #coaching-hires

sports4 months ago•6 min saved

LSU's Football Leadership Changes and Brian Kelly's Firing

Brian Kelly's tenure at LSU was marked by misjudgments and misalignments, culminating in his firing after a disappointing run, highlighting the risks of coaching decisions in the evolving landscape of college football.

via The Washington Post|

#brian-kelly #coaching-hires #college-football

sports5 months ago•9 min saved

Top College Basketball Coaching Moves and Hires in 2025

CBS Sports' Candid Coaches series highlights the best college basketball coaching hire of 2025, with Ben McCollum, Will Wade, and Sean Miller leading the poll. The article discusses the recent coaching carousel driven by NIL and transfer portal changes, emphasizing the significance of fit and coaching style in these high-profile hires, and reflects on past successful and unsuccessful coaching decisions.

via CBS Sports|

#2025 #coaching-hires #college-basketball

sports7 months ago•2 min saved

Nebraska and Tennessee Coaches Among Century's Worst College Football Hires

CBS Sports ranked Nebraska's coaching hires this century, highlighting Mike Riley's 19-19 record from 2015-17 as one of the worst, and also noting Scott Frost's struggles after high expectations. Riley's tenure marked a decline for Nebraska, and Frost's tenure was also considered disappointing, with the list including other notably unsuccessful hires.

via Sports Illustrated|

#coaching-hires #college-football #mike-riley

sports7 months ago•1 min saved

CBS Sports ranks college football's worst coaching hires of the century

CBS Sports ranked former Michigan coach Greg Robinson as the 11th worst coaching hire of the century, citing his poor record as Syracuse head coach and his underwhelming defensive performance at Michigan, which contributed to his career decline.

via Sports Illustrated|

#coaching-hires #college-football #greg-robinson

sports2 years ago•6 min saved

"Ravens Bolster Coaching Staff with Four New Hires"

The Baltimore Ravens announced the hiring of four new coaches to their staff, including Mark DeLeone, Dennis Johnson, Doug Mallory, and Travelle Wharton. As the team heads to the NFL scouting combine, they are looking to fill positions in the offensive line and are considering options in free agency and the draft. The 2024 NFL Draft is expected to have a strong class of offensive linemen and wide receivers, and the Ravens are considering prospects like Troy Fautanu and Malachi Corley. Additionally, the NFL free agency market for offensive linemen is expected to be competitive, with notable players like Tyron Smith and David Bakhtiari potentially available.

via Baltimore Beatdown|

#2024-nfl-draft #baltimore-ravens #coaching-hires

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Ravens Make Four Key Coaching Additions for 2024 Season"

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh announced the hiring of four new coaches to his staff: Mark DeLeone as inside linebackers coach, Dennis Johnson as defensive line coach, Doug Mallory as defensive backs coach, and Travelle Wharton as assistant offensive line coach. The new hires come after the departures of several coaches, including Mike Devlin, who joined the Los Angeles Chargers. Each new coach brings a wealth of experience and expertise to their respective positions, and Harbaugh is confident in their ability to contribute to the team's success in the upcoming season.

via BaltimoreRavens.com|

#coaching-hires #john-harbaugh #nfl

sports2 years ago•11 min saved

"New Additions: Saints Finalize Coaching Staff with Six Hires"

The New Orleans Saints have announced the hiring of six new offensive coaches, including offensive line coach John Benton, offensive line coach Rick Dennison, running backs coach Derrick Foster, quarterbacks coach John Janocko, offensive assistant T.J. McGhee, and wide receivers coach Keenan Williams. The new coaching staff brings a wealth of experience from both the NFL and collegiate levels, with a focus on developing and improving the team's offensive performance.

via NewOrleansSaints.com|

#coaching-hires #football #new-orleans-saints