“One of the strong principles that I believe in is that you're always learning, whether you're a commissioner, a current general manager, a president or an owner, or somebody that's trying to become a general manger or a coach in the NFL.” TryingBelieveStrongI BelievePresidentPrinciplesCurrentsI Believe InCoachesManagersNflOwnersAlways LearningCommissionersGeneral Manager Author:Roger Goodell
“Yes, NFL players deserve to be paid well. Unfortunately, economic realities are forcing everyone to make tough choices and the NFL is no different. These are not easy negotiations, but the outcome can be positive. If both sides give a little, everyone, including fans, will get a lot and the game will improve through innovation. Even in difficult economic times, a new CBA presents us with the opportunity to secure the future of our game.” IfsGivingWellsLittlesDifferentRealityChoicesOpportunityGamesEasyDifficultSidesPlayerFansEconomicDeserveToughPaidInnovationIncludingSecureOutcomesNflBoth SidesNegotiationBeing PositiveNfl PlayersTough Choices Author:Roger Goodell
“This is an opportunity to create a better future for the NFL, to improve the game for our fans, and to expand the economic benefits for the players and teams. Staying with the status quo is not an option. The world has changed for everyone, including the NFL and our fans. We must get better in everything we do ... If both sides compromise and give a little, everyone will get a lot, especially the fans.” IfsWorldGivingLittlesOpportunityGamesSidesPlayerTeamFansEconomicChangedBenefitsIncludingCompromiseGet BetterNflStayingBoth SidesStatus QuoBetter Future Author:Roger Goodell
“It's not just the NFL. Every other league has a draft. It has been fundamental to the success of professional sports.” Has BeensSportsFundamentalsLeagueNflProfessional Sports Author:Roger Goodell
“It's an awesome responsibility, not only to maintain the level of success the NFL has, but to build on that.” LevelsResponsibilityFootballNfl Author:Roger Goodell
“My job is to protect the integrity of the NFL and to make sure the game is as safe as possible.” JobsGamesFootballIntegrityProtectSafeNfl Author:Roger Goodell
“The highest standards of conduct must be met by everyone in the NFL because it is a privilege to represent the NFL, not a right.” FootballMetsHighestStandardsPrivilegeNfl Author:Roger Goodell
“I think the state of the NFL has a very positive outlook.” ThinkingStatesNflOutlookPositive OutlookVery Positive Author:Roger Goodell
“It is a privilege for me to serve the NFL. It is the only place I have ever wanted to work.” WantedPrivilegeNfl Author:Roger Goodell
