The lawsuit sought class-action status and unspecified damages from the NFL, the New York Giants, the Miami Dolphins, the Denver Broncos, and other unnamed individuals.
lawsuit against the NFL and three other teams—alleging several instances of racial discrimination.
Flores was fired last month by Miami after leading the Dolphins to back-to-back winning seasons for the first time since 2003. He was scheduled to interview to be the head coach of the Giants. But before their meeting, the lawsuit claims that the Giants had already selected Brian Daboll as their new coach.
"The Rooney Rule is intended to give minorities an opportunity to sit down in front of ownership, but I think what it's turned into is an instance where guys are checking the box. That been the case," Flores said."I've been on some interviews in the past where I've had that feeling. There's always no way to know for sure, but you know. I know I'm not alone."
He also claims that when he interviewed for the Denver Broncos head-coaching job in 2019, then-General Manager John Elway, and others, arrived to the interview late and hungover. The position was later given to Victor Fangio. "I understand the risks, and yes, it was a difficult decision. I went back and forth. And like I said, I love coaching. I do. It's something that I'm passionate about. It brings me joy. And I love helping young people reach their potential and become the best version of themselves. I'm gifted to do that. But this is bigger than that," he said. NFL Statement:
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