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Casual Racism in the NFL
The majority of NFL team owners are white and have inherited their ownership from previous generations, leading to potential issues of casual racism and bigotry within the league. The recent scandal involving 650,000 undisclosed emails has raised concerns about the league's commitment to addressing these issues.
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Keyshawn Johnson discusses the broader issue in sports regarding the disconnect between the coaching class, ownership class, and player class, as well as his thoughts on John Gruden being the "fall guy" in the recent controversy.
10:41 - 11:55 (01:14)
Summary
Keyshawn Johnson discusses the broader issue in sports regarding the disconnect between the coaching class, ownership class, and player class, as well as his thoughts on John Gruden being the "fall guy" in the recent controversy.
ChapterCasual Racism in the NFL
EpisodeThe Problem With the NFL: Keyshawn Johnson Explains
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The John Gruden scandal has highlighted the larger issue of discrimination in the NFL.
11:55 - 14:38 (02:43)
Summary
The John Gruden scandal has highlighted the larger issue of discrimination in the NFL. With the uncovering of Gruden's casual racism, many are hoping that the investigation will expose other discriminatory behaviors in the league.
ChapterCasual Racism in the NFL
EpisodeThe Problem With the NFL: Keyshawn Johnson Explains
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
Former NFL player Shannon Sharpe discusses the lack of diversity in NFL team ownership, highlighting the disadvantage African American communities face when it comes to purchasing teams due to the financial standards set by the league.
14:38 - 17:36 (02:57)
Summary
Former NFL player Shannon Sharpe discusses the lack of diversity in NFL team ownership, highlighting the disadvantage African American communities face when it comes to purchasing teams due to the financial standards set by the league.