N. Jeremi Duru

N. Jeremi Duru, a law professor specializing in sports and social issues, joins Jim Rooney, author and consulting partner from the renowned Rooney family. They dive into the NFL's Rooney Rule, created to promote diversity in coaching. The discussion highlights its initial success and subsequent failings. They explore the stark racial disparities between players and coaches, the role of mentorship, and the evolving landscape regarding equity in the league. It’s a thought-provoking look at the complexities of diversity in one of America’s biggest sports institutions.

In this discussion, guests N. Jeremi Duru, a law professor and author examining racial equality in NFL coaching, Christopher Rider, an entrepreneurial studies professor focusing on equity analytics, and Scott Shephard, general counsel critiquing DEI initiatives, delve into the impact of the Rooney Rule. They explore its mixed results in promoting diversity in coaching, the link between NFL diversity practices and corporate America, and the ongoing challenges of systemic discrimination and meaningful change in hiring.