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Black coaches shut out of NFL hiring cycle says it all about team owners
Ten head coaching vacancies. None filled by an African American candidate. Nothing to compel owners to give Black coaches an opportunity.
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For Thomas Brown, a Super Bowl berth with Patriots is sweeter because of experiences
As Black assistant coaches remain on the margins in the NFL, Brown continues to grind for opportunities
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The Houston Texans don’t have a quarterback problem
But getting C.J. Stroud fixed is head coach DeMeco Ryans’ No. 1 challenge
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‘We’ve lost a really good coach’: Mike Tomlin’s Pittsburgh exit a loss of the Steelers’ rock
The NFL’s longest-tenured head coach steps down, and new does not mean better
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Cleveland Browns’ Shedeur Sanders climbs out of his father’s long shadow
First season in Cleveland helps Deion Sanders’ son change narrative about his career
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New York Giants have a chance to hire the right Brian (Flores)
By admitting mistake, Giants could gain toughness, experience and accountability of Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator
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Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams secures signature moment. Who’s next?
Patrick Mahomes’ absence creates a void in the historic continuum of Black quarterbacks. Who will fill that void?
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Browns’ Shedeur Sanders gets rude welcome to the workforce
The rookie quarterback has arrived at a grueling gauntlet when deeds, not words, will carry the day
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The tragic unraveling of former Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore
Wolverines’ ex-coach’s firing and arrest could do collateral damage to other Black coaches in college football