Patriots, Rooney Rule and NFL

Super Bowl champ says NFL's Rooney Rule a 'joke' to teams, criticizes how Patriots complied
Super Bowl champion Ryan Clark blasted the New England Patriots on "Inside the NFL" for how they complied with the NFL's Rooney Rule when they hired Mike Vrabel.
NFL’s Rooney Rule explained: Who did the Patriots interview before hiring Mike Vrabel?
The Patriots have a new person in charge of all things football and they expect Vrabel to bring some order to the team.
Business of Football: Patriots Expose Problem With Rooney Rule
Plus, the Cowboys were on-brand in their handling of Mike McCarthy, and thoughts about future contracts for Sam Darnold and Brock Purdy.
Super Bowl Champion Calls NFL's Rooney Rule a 'Joke' After Patriots' Controversial Coaching Search
Ryan Clark, former Super Bowl champion and ESPN analyst, criticizes the New England Patriots for their handling of the Rooney Rule during their recent head-coaching search, reigniting debates about NFL diversity efforts.
What is the Rooney Rule? Breaking down the NFL’s policy as Cowboys coaching search begins
As teams begin to shift focus into the 2025 offseason, the league currently features six head coaches of color. Former Cowboys scout John Wooten has been key in the Rooney Rule’s implementation, noting that there’s still work to be done.
Ex-NFL GM rips Patriots' Rooney Rule 'mockery' amid Mike Vrabel hire
Former NFL GM Rod Graves criticized the Patriots' usage of the Rooney Rule by interviewing two black candidates before hiring Mike Vrabel.
What is the Rooney Rule and why are the New England Patriots accused of breaking it?
Rod Graves, a former NFL executive who worked for teams such as the Arizona Cardinals and New York Jets, said that the New England Patriots did not comply with the spirit of the Ro
Ex-NFL exec eviscerates Patriots for making ‘mockery’ of NFL’s Rooney Rule
In searching for the successor to Jerod Mayo, the Patriots adhered to the NFL’s Rooney Rule — still, one former front office executive is less than satisfied with the mere checking of boxes. “[The organization made] a mockery of the process,
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What Is The Rooney Rule? Everything To Know About New England Patriots’ Violating It
Did the New England Patriots violate the Rooney Rule in hiring Mike Vrabel? Uncover the controversy shaking up their hiring ...
Latest interview could allow Bears coach search to go faster
Eddie George, the Tennessee State coach and former Titans running back star, is a longshot for the Bears job. The Bears are ...
NFL rumors: Insiders praise Aaron Glenn's Patriots decision over Rooney Rule 'sham'
Patriots owner Robert Kraft has hired Mike Vrabel but Lions DC Aaron Glenn made a point about the Rooney Rule in the process.
Bears Announce Interview With Ex-NFL RB as Coaching Search Heats Up
In the NFL, George remained a dominant force on the ground, winning Offensive Rookie of the Year with the Houston Oilers (now ...
Report: Dennis Allen the “leading candidate” to become Bears’ defensive coordinator
The leading candidate to become his defensive coordinator in Chicago is former Saints head coach Dennis Allen, per Schefter.
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Saints may force major NFL coaching domino to fall this week because of their latest HC search decision
Finding a head coach in the NFL is a tenuous time for front offices around the league. For the New Orleans Saints, they are ...
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Dallas Cowboys coaching search: Ian Rapoport reveals potential timeline for hire, plan to fulfill Rooney Rule
Through the first week of their coaching search, the Dallas Cowboys’ list of interviews is coming into focus. But as NFL ...