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'I don't want to be the Rooney': Inside the NFL's coach hiring process

The NFL's coach hiring process is being scrutinized, with many coaches expressing frustration with the Rooney Rule.

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The NFL's coach hiring process is being scrutinized, with many coaches expressing frustration with the Rooney Rule. This rule, designed to increase diversity in hiring, requires teams to interview at least one minority candidate for head coaching positions. The rule's effectiveness is being questioned, with some coaches feeling it creates a tokenistic approach to diversity. They claim that the process can be superficial, with teams going through the motions to comply with the rule rather than genuinely seeking out qualified candidates. The issue is further complicated by the fact that many coaches, including those from minority backgrounds, are speaking out about their experiences with the rule.

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