NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is now speaking. Goodell says cold weather Super Bowl in New York was a success, received positively. Goodell on QB Michael Vick: He made a terrible mistake and paid terribly for it. But hes become a positive force, Im proud of the work hes done. Goodell says hes not sure if Jonathan Martin will have to undergo the same evaluation as Mike Pouncey, etc. But Goodell said he believes Jonathan Martin has already undergone some sort of evaluation. Goodell shed little light on what the evaluation for Mike Pouncey will be to return to the NFL. He said it will be joint evaluation, NFLPA involved. Goodell: This is a professional workplace for everyone - players, coaches, trainers. All of us expect that. This will be a collective effort. Goodell: Were going to talk players on April 8 to see what it is we can do to ensure a professional workplace. Goodell: Locker rooms are unique. Theyre unique things we have to think about. We want them to be professional, comfortable for everyone. Goodell on stadium: We didnt discuss it here. I spoke to Stephen Ross last week, I salute him for his commitment to bring a first class stadium. Goodell: I think he will achieve stadium. It will be great for the Dolphins and great for the NFL. Goodell on the Buffalo Bills possibly moving: I havent spent any time thinking about that yet. We have to find a long term solution to keep the Bills there. Goodell on the Redskins name: I think its clear looking at public opinion, polls. 90% of Redskins fan support the name. Goodell: General population also supports the Redskins name. Goodell: We want to be back in LA, but we dont have any solid proposal or plan yet.
Posted on: Wed, 26 Mar 2014 14:38:12 +0000
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