"Not 1 Black hire": NFL faces uncomfortable questions as critics highlight ongoing lack of Black head coach and coordinator hires
The NFL closed its latest head coaching cycle without hiring a single Black head coach, intensifying scrutiny during Super Bowl Week. Critics, players, reporters, and fans point to a persistent pipeline problem, offensive bias, and systemic barriers. With only three Black head coaches projected for 2026, pressure on league leadership is mounting.
The NFL closed its latest head coaching cycle without hiring a single Black head coach, intensifying scrutiny during Super Bowl Week. Critics, players, reporters, and fans point to a persistent pipeline problem, offensive bias, and systemic barriers. With only three Black head coaches projected for 2026, pressure on league leadership is mounting.
