Roger Goodell just locked himself in for another four years as NFL Commissioner, extending his contract through the 2030 season. This new deal means he’s gonna be at the helm for what will be his 24th season, potentially working through his 71st birthday. Talk about a long run at the top, right?
The Owners Are Keeping Goodell, For Better or Worse
The NFL’s compensation committee approved this whole thing, lining up his tenure with the league’s current collective bargaining agreement. You know who’s chairing that committee? None other than Robert Kraft, the New England Patriots owner. He, along with owners John Mara (Giants), Shad Khan (Jaguars), Jimmy Haslam (Browns), Michael Bidwill (Cardinals), and Greg Penner (Broncos), signed off on this. Kraft put out a statement saying they’re “pleased to announce” this agreement, which runs through March 31, 2031. They even had an independent third-party compensation consultant and outside counsel structuring the deal. The committee thinks they’re “very fortunate to have Roger at the helm for the next four years.” Sounds like they’re all in on Goodell leading the charge for a while longer.
It’s All About The Billions and The Next Big Fight
Now, here’s the kicker: more than 95% of Goodell’s total compensation is tied to his and the NFL’s performance, measured against various metrics and at the discretion of that compensation committee. Ninety-five percent! That’s a massive chunk of change that he’ll earn only if the league hits its goals. This deal puts Goodell front and center for the next round of CBA negotiations with the NFL Players Association. Plus, don’t forget the league’s current media rights deals are worth over $110 billion and run through the 2032 season. Goodell sticking around means he’ll be navigating those massive financial waters and whatever comes next with the players. You gotta wonder how those negotiations will go with that much money on the table.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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