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Commissioner Roger Goodell counters claims of a soft market for the Seattle Seahawks, saying there is strong investor interest and that the sale process is moving forward, with bids expected in the roughly $9–$11 billion range even though no buyers have publicly emerged yet.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league will continue to engage with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on diversity initiatives, stressing the programs are lawful and that teams—not the league—hire coaches and GMs; Uthmeier's subpoena and criticisms are part of an ongoing dispute.
Commissioner Roger Goodell said the NFL will play in Australia on a long‑term basis, starting with the September regular-season game in Melbourne, and could become an annual stop. While the league aims to build a lasting international footprint, critics note international viewership remains small relative to the world’s population, highlighting the challenge of monetizing overseas games; the possibility of returning in 2027 was left open.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell praised Bad Bunny after his Grammys acceptance speech urging ICE out, calling him one of the world’s great artists and signaling the rapper will headline the Super Bowl halftime; Goodell framed the moment as a chance to unite people through creativity and love, while MAGA figures pushed back and a rival Turning Point USA show emerged, highlighting the political backlash surrounding the event.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell praised Bad Bunny as 'one of the great artists in the world' after his Grammys appearance, saying the platform can unite people through creativity, as Bad Bunny prepares for the Super Bowl halftime—while using his Grammys speech to uplift immigrant voices and condemn ICE actions.
The NFL said it will review the communications between New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch and Jeffrey Epstein after the latest DOJ Epstein files surfaced; Commissioner Roger Goodell said it’s premature to determine any discipline under the league’s personal conduct policy, while Tisch has denied wrongdoing and said his past associations were limited and regretted.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says Bad Bunny is expected to use the Super Bowl 2026 platform to unite the crowd rather than politicize the event, following his ICE remarks at the Grammys; a player survey showed mixed reaction to his halftime pick (about 58.6% in favor, 41.1% against), but Goodell expects a unifying, high‑profile performance.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Bad Bunny understands the Super Bowl halftime stage should unite audiences and doesn’t expect activism, noting a potential contract clause that could bar unapproved political statements. He called Bunny one of the world’s great artists and expects a great performance, but stopped short of a guarantees, describing it as a hopeful stance given past Grammys moments and the event’s security and federal involvement.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said an 18-game regular season is not guaranteed and would require bargaining with the NFL Players Association. With no formal discussions yet and the current CBA running through 2030, key issues to resolve include player safety, whether there would be multiple byes, and roster size before any expansion could occur, despite some voices suggesting it could eventually happen.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell used Super Bowl Opening Night to emphasize unity and say he played no role in Bill Belichick’s Hall of Fame snub, while noting it’s too early to discipline Giants co-owner Steve Tisch over Epstein-related files and acknowledging ongoing diversity efforts; the night’s updates also highlighted Kenneth Walker III’s increased playoff role for Seattle, Bad Bunny’s non-divisive presence, plans for nine international games (including Mexico City and France), tech to assist blind fans, field prep at Levi’s Stadium, and headlines about Sam Darnold as the first 2018 quarterback in the Super Bowl and Drake Maye dealing with illness ahead of the game.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced plans for nine regular-season games outside the United States in 2026, including a December Mexico City game, with fixtures in London, Paris, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro, Melbourne and Munich, as part of a broader push to make the NFL a global sport and eventually have all 32 teams play overseas each season.
Denver Broncos edged the Buffalo Bills 33-30 in overtime amid a controversial overtime interception that Bills fans say was miscalled, prompting calls for Commissioner Goodell to invoke Rule 17 to overturn or replay the game. In the wake of the controversy, Buffalo fired head coach Sean McDermott, adding to a messy fallout as fans debate a potential fair resolution while noting Josh Allen’s turnover-filled night.
Lamont Jones, longtime Rockford Park District GM who expanded youth flag football, was surprised by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell with two tickets to Super Bowl LX before the Bears' playoff win over the Packers; Goodell praised his community work, including launching girls flag football leagues in Rockford and helping Illinois sanction the sport, while four Rockford-area flag teams performed at halftime at Soldier Field.
The NFL has effectively avoided engaging with Donald Trump, serving as a blueprint for how sports leagues can sideline political conflicts by not arguing or publicly opposing him, despite Trump's attempts to involve the league in political issues. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has maintained a neutral stance, focusing on business and diversity initiatives, while Trump continues to try to insert himself into NFL affairs, such as threatening to move games or pushing for stadium naming rights.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed that Bad Bunny will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show despite criticism, citing his global popularity and the platform's importance. The decision has sparked mixed reactions, including criticism from former President Donald Trump, who claimed he was unaware of Bad Bunny. Goodell emphasized the careful consideration behind the choice and the show's expected success.