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604. Did the N.F.L. Solve Diversity Hiring? (Part 2)

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Equity Analytics in NFL Coaching

This chapter explores equity analytics to investigate diversity and hiring practices in the NFL coaching ranks. It analyzes extensive data regarding coaching performance and promotions, highlighting disparities in advancement between white coaches and coaches of color. The discussion culminates in a proposal for a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the Rooney Rule in fostering diversity among head coaches.

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