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The Latest Breaking News from Brian Flores

American football: the racism lawsuit overshadowing the Super Bowl

On the eve of the NFL’s biggest game, a black coach claims discriminatory hiring practices are widespread in the league

Financial Times

Roger Goodell Addresses NFL’s Diversity Issues, Allegations in Flores Lawsuit

There are currently only five minority head coaches in the league.

Sports Illustrated

Mailbag: Will Brian Flores Coach in the NFL Again?

What’s next for the former Dolphins coach as his litigation plays out. Plus, Russell Wilson’s 2022 home, the likely top-five picks and more.

Sports Illustrated

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Inside The Latest SI Weekly: What Impact Will SoFi Stadium, Super Bowl Have in Inglewood?

Host John Gonzalez dives into answers around this, and why Brian Flores decided to call out the NFL now, in the latest episode of the SI Weekly podcast.

Sports Illustrated

New evidence of discrimination against Black coaches in the NFL since 2018

Boldly going where no NFL coach has gone before, recently fired Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores put his future career at stake and filed a class-action lawsuit against the league, the New York Giants, the Denver Broncos and the Dolphins, alleging discriminatory hiring practices among team owners.

The Conversation

John Romano: The NFL has little credibility when it comes to Black coaches

TAMPA, Fla. — Let’s face it, NFL owners are an unimaginative group when it comes to hiring head coaches.

Tribune News Service

David Tepper’s front office moves don’t go far enough to improve Panthers’ diversity

When Brian Flores announced he was suing the NFL and three teams for racial discrimination, he made public what a lot of minority coaches, scouts and other general manager hopefuls have long vented about in private.

Tribune News Service

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Omar Kelly: Despite two minorities being hired, it’s clear the NFL’s Rooney Rule isn’t working

In Eric Bieniemy’s quiet moments, his self-reflection time, does the Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator wonder “what’s wrong with me?”

Tribune News Service

The NFL has had an issue hiring minorities. Flores threw the latest ‘challenge flag’

Former Dolphins coach Brian Flores’ lawsuit could mark a watershed moment in the NFL but his highlighting of the league’s disparity in hiring is an issue Black coaches have been grappling with for decades.

Miami Herald

Texans introduce new head coach Lovie Smith

"It’s not often you get a chance to lead three professional football teams," Smith said. "I don’t know if there’s a guy who looks like me that’s had the opportunity to do that. So that’s pretty special."

Chicago Sun-Times

Brian Flores’ lawyers release statement after Texans hire Lovie Smith

At least it wasn't Josh McCown.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Did the Brian Flores lawsuit influence the Texans to hire Lovie Smith?

The Houston Texans pivoted away from their intended finalist straight to Lovie Smith. Did the Brian Flores lawsuit have an impact?

USA Today Sports Media Group

Brian Flores’s Lawyers Release Statement, Claim Lawsuit Prevented Texans Hiring

Houston announced the hire on Monday evening.

Sports Illustrated

Goodell, civil rights leaders meet over Rooney Rule

A group of civil rights leaders called for replacing the Rooney Rule in a meeting Monday with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell

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Sports Illustrated

Report: Saints to Promote Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen to Head Coach

Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy and former Dolphins coach Brian Flores were also being considered.

USA Today Sports Media Group

The Texans are reportedly hiring Lovie Smith as head coach and the move is met with cynicism

Why Smith, and why now? The timing feels convenient.

Chicago Sun-Times

The NFL must do better

Brian Flores’ lawsuit calls for structural changes in the league’s operations, from opening up ownership to qualified Black investors to changing the way coaches are hired and fired.

USA Today Sports Media Group

GM Nick Caserio invites more scrutiny if Texans’ coaching search ends in failure

As the Houston Texans coaching search settles with Lovie Smith as the new favorite, GM Nick Caserio is inviting immense scrutiny.

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Daily Mirror

Brian Flores isn't an angry black man seeking revenge, he's a man fighting for equality

Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores has filed a class action lawsuit against the NFL to rid the league of 'systemic racism.'

The Guardian - US

The NFL is a microcosm of America. Brian Flores’ lawsuit is a reminder of that

The battle over diversity among NFL coaches mirrors broader struggles for racial justice in the United States

Miami Herald

Greg Cote: Dolphins new coach McDaniel must do more than win. He must heal a dysfunctional franchise.

This was a hiring. It needs to be a healing.

Tribune News Service

Dave Hyde: What do Ross and Grier see in Mike McDaniel that no other team did?

This is owner Steve Ross and general manager Chris Grier’s best chance, maybe their last chance, to show they know how to run the Miami Dolphins. That means learning enough from their years of mistakes and recognizing talent in a manner that gives fans some belief — or merely hope…

Sports Illustrated

Dolphins Name 49ers OC Mike McDaniel as New Coach

The 38-year-old spent just one season as the offensive coordinator for the 49ers.

Miami Herald

Dolphins working on deal to make 49ers OC Mike McDaniel next head coach

The Dolphins are working on a deal to make San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel their next head coach, a league source confirmed Sunday, bringing an end to the franchise’s month-long search for a new leader after the surprise firing of Brian Flores last month.

Miami Herald

Miami Dolphins hire 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel to be next head coach

The Dolphins have hired San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel as their next head coach, the team announced Sunday, bringing an end to the franchise’s month-long search for a new leader after the surprise firing of Brian Flores.

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