Roger Goodell
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APNewsBreak: Chairs of NFL concussion panel resign..."will be required to attend." Goodell publicly has been increasing his focus on concussions as the issue has drawn more attention this season, including at a congressional hearing in October. Casson did not appear on Capitol Hill... In this article: Concussion, NFL, Roger Goodell, Linda Sanchez, Dementia, Tobacco, NFL Players Association, and Super Bowl |
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USATODAY.com | 4 days ago
The Bell Tolls: Caution needed as the NFL tackles head injuries
...of a larger initiative on safety. Last week, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and union chief DeMaurice Smith spoke at length about ways to curtail concussions during a private meeting in Washington. They discussed ways to revise...
In this article: Brian Westbrook, NFL, Concussion, Andy Reid, Chris Simms, Danny White, Rex Ryan, Broncos, San Diego Chargers, and Randy Moss
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Charlotte Observer | November 03, 2009
Goodell asks Congress for help on anti-doping
WASHINGTON Arguing that sports leagues' drug programs could be "gutted" if not protected from individual states' laws, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell asked Congress on Tuesday to intervene with legislation and found at least one powerful...
In this article: NFL, Steroid, Minnesota Vikings, Bobby Rush, Washington, and National Football League Players Association
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Sportingnews | October 30, 2009
NFL's Goodell to testify on Vikings suspensions
...suspensions WASHINGTON (AP) - NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is returning to Capitol Hill next week, this time to testify about the case of two professional football players whose suspensions were blocked by the courts. Goodell and...
In this article: NFL, Minnesota Vikings, All rights reserved, Pat Williams, Kevin Williams, and Washington
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Yahoo! News | November 03, 2009
Goodell asks Congress for help on anti-doping (AP)
Goodell asks Congress for help on anti-doping (AP) AP - NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, left, listens to an opening statements on Capitol Hill in Washington, … By FREDERIC J. FROMMER and HOWARD FENDRICH, Associated Press Writers Frederic J....
In this article: NFL, Steroid, Minnesota Vikings, Bobby Rush, Major League Baseball, Pat Williams, and Henry Waxman
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USATODAY.com | November 03, 2009
Goodell asks for help from Congress to fight doping in NFL
Goodell asks for help from Congress to fight doping in NFL WASHINGTON (AP) Arguing that sports leagues' drug programs could be "gutted" if not protected from individual states' laws, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell asked Congress on Tuesday to...
In this article: NFL, Steroid, Minnesota Vikings, Bobby Rush, Major League Baseball, Pat Williams, and Henry Waxman
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Pioneer Press | November 01, 2009
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell seeks Congressional amendment to avoide future Williams suits
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell seeks Congressional amendment to avoide future Williams suits This is an Oct. 28, 2009 file photo showing NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell testifying on Capitol Hill in Washington, before the House Judiciary...
In this article: NFL, Steroid, Nflpa, Vikings, Pat Williams, Anabolic Steroids, and Major League Baseball
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USATODAY.com | October 29, 2009
Goodell grilled by Congress on head injuries, won't admit link
Goodell grilled by Congress on head injuries, won't admit link WASHINGTON (AP) NFL commissioner Roger Goodell would not acknowledge a connection between head injuries on the football field and later brain diseases while defending the league's...
In this article: NFL, John Conyers, Maxine Waters, Concussion, Lamar Smith, Texas, and House Judiciary Committee
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ESPN | October 30, 2009
Roger Goodell to testify to Congress on Minnesota Vikings bans
Roger Goodell to testify to Congress on Minnesota Vikings bans Goodell to testify in D.C. on Vikes bans WASHINGTON -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is returning to Capitol Hill next week, this time to testify about the case of two...
In this article: NFL, Minnesota Vikings, Steroid, Lions, Will Smith, and Injunction
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NFL.com - Home | November 03, 2009
Goodell meets support, critics in Congress over drug programs
Goodell meets support, critics in Congress over drug programs WASHINGTON -- Arguing that sports leagues' drug programs could be "gutted" if not protected from individual states' laws, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell asked Congress on Tuesday...
In this article: NFL, Steroid, Minnesota Vikings, Bobby Rush, Nflpa, Major League Baseball, and Pat Williams
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Description from Wikipedia:
Roger S. Goodell (born February 19, 1959, in Jamestown, New York) is the Commissioner of the National Football League (NFL), having been chosen to succeed the retiring Paul Tagliabue on August 8, 2006. He was chosen over four finalists for the position, winning a close vote on the fifth ballot before being unanimously approved by acclamation of the owners. He officially began his tenure on September 1, 2006, just prior to the beginning of the 2006 NFL season. As Commissioner, he is also President of NFL Charities.
- Birth Date:
- February 19, 1959
- Birthplace:
- Jamestown, New York
- University Attended:
- Washington & Jefferson College
- Position:
- Commissioner
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