Cyrus Mehri

In this discussion, Ken Belson, an N.F.L. reporter for The New York Times, joins civil rights lawyer Cyrus Mehri, who co-created the Rooney Rule. They dive into Brian Flores's groundbreaking lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in coaching hires. The conversation reveals the systemic racism in the league and critiques the effectiveness of the Rooney Rule. Mehri emphasizes the need for stronger enforcement and real change, shedding light on the ongoing challenges black coaches face in a sport grappling with diversity issues.