ARIZONA CARDINALS

NFL owners extend commissioner Roger Goodell through 2027

Oct 18, 2023, 8:15 AM | Updated: 11:24 am

Roger Goodell, NFL commissioner...

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks during a media availability at the NFL football meetings, Tuesday, March 28, 2023, in Phoenix. Jim Trotter, a former NFL Media journalist, is accusing the NFL of refusing to address what he calls longstanding institutional discrimination and said his contract was not renewed because he repeatedly voiced concerns regarding equity and racial injustice. In making his allegations in a discrimination and retaliation lawsuit filed in federal court in New York City on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, Trotter also cited Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula as making racially insensitive comments. Trotter said the concerns he raised with league executives, including NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, regarding these comments and the lack of diversity among NFL Media employees fell on deaf ears.(AP Photo/Matt York, File)

(AP Photo/Matt York, File)

NEW YORK (AP) — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell received his long-anticipated contract extension on Wednesday.

“The Compensation Committee updated the full ownership today that an agreement has been reached to extend commissioner Roger Goodell’s contract for three years, through March 2027,” the league announced in a statement.

A person familiar with the details told The Associated Press that Goodell’s deal includes clauses for extension or succession. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because details weren’t released.

Goodell’s current contract was set to expire in spring 2024.

The financial terms of Goodell’s new contract weren’t immediately known. Goodell reportedly earned $63.9 million for the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons.

The 64-year-old Goodell has served as commissioner since succeeding Paul Tagliabue in 2006. He began his NFL career as an administrative intern in 1982 under then-commissioner Pete Rozelle.

Under Goodell’s leadership, the NFL’s popularity and revenue have skyrocketed. The Washington Commanders were sold for a record $6.05 billion earlier this year.

Goodell also has dealt with intense scrutiny and criticism regarding the league’s handling of off-field issues involving players, including domestic violence, and the initial response to Colin Kaepernick’s call for social justice by kneeling during the national anthem.

Arizona Cardinals

Divaad Wilson, Cardinals...

Alex Weiner

Cardinals elevate DB Divaad Wilson with Jalen Thompson questionable for Jets game

The Arizona Cardinals elevated defensive back Divaad Wilson from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's game with uncertainty for Jalen Thompson's status.

11 hours ago

A general view of the opening kick-off between the Arizona Cardinals and the Los Angeles Chargers a...

Bailey Leasure

Cardinals-Jets: Roof expected to be open at State Farm Stadium

The roof at State Farm Stadium is expected to be open on Sunday as the Arizona Cardinals host the New York Jets.

11 hours ago

Arizona Cardinals S Dadrion Taylor-Demerson aka Rabbit has an unusual pregame meal....

Tyler Drake

‘Rabbit fuel:’ Dadrion Taylor-Demerson’s pregame meal might make your stomach turn

Arizona Cardinals rookie Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, better known as Rabbit, may have one of the strangest pregame meals within the locker room.

14 hours ago

Cardinals, James Conner...

Alex Weiner

ESPN’s Field Yates makes case for Cardinals to win NFC West: ‘It’s sustainable’

ESPN's Field Yates made the case for the Cardinals to win the NFC West, stemming from a run-first offensive identity, discipline and improving defense.

17 hours ago

With Phoenix Raceway hosting NASCAR Championship Weekend and the Cardinals hosting a game on Sunday...

David Veenstra

Heavy traffic expected in West Valley for Cardinals game, NASCAR Championship Weekend

With Phoenix Raceway hosting NASCAR Championship Weekend and the Cardinals hosting a game on Sunday, heavy traffic is expected.

18 hours ago

Cardinals...

Arizona Sports

Cardinals injury report: Jalen Thompson, Jonah Williams questionable for Jets matchup

Arizona Cardinals safety Jalen Thompson was listed as questionable ahead of the team hosting the New York Jets on Sunday. 

1 day ago

NFL owners extend commissioner Roger Goodell through 2027