Code Switch Fall football — or the fall of football?
Sep 6, 2023
This podcast explores the NFL's old problems with race and diversity, including the lack of diversity among NFL head coaches and the ineffectiveness of the Rooney Rule. It delves into the racial dynamics of the NFL scouting combine and discusses the personal experiences of former player Dominique Foxworth. Despite conflicted feelings, the hosts find themselves drawn back into football as their teams perform well.
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Demby's Super Bowl Experience
- Gene Demby recalls the joy in Philadelphia after the Eagles' Super Bowl win.
- He describes it as a cathartic moment for the city, but also acknowledges his complicated feelings about the sport.
Foxworth's Childhood Dream
- Dominique Foxworth, former NFL player, wanted to be a pro football player since first grade.
- He chose football over basketball, viewing it as the tougher sport.
College Football Disparity
- In college, Dominique Foxworth noticed a shift in the player-coach dynamic as coaches' livelihoods became tied to player performance.
- While players received sweatshirts as rewards, coaches got Cadillacs and lucrative job offers.