As a part of the NFL’s attempt to prove that their teams aren’t merely paying lip service to hiring minority coaches and front office staff improve diversity in the higher echelons of power within their 32 clubs,
According to the Mothership, this program is expected to bring together 60 diverse head coach and GM prospects and owner representation from all 32 teams.
Per Roger Goodell:
“The NFL is committed to diversity and inclusion and this program is the latest in a series of steps designed to improve our hiring practices,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.