Here is all you need to know about NFL commissioner Roger Goodell including his age, career, bio, salary, net worth and why is he booed
It has become a NFL Draft day tradition kind of thing when Roger Goodell, the NFL commissioner gets booed. The NFL is watched by hundreds of millions of people. Still, not many of those seem to be his fans.
It’s the time of the Year again when fans can attack Goodell while also applauding the next group of athletes set to enter the league and become the potential future stars of NFL.
Throughout the years, the NFL commissioner has made a number of controversil decisions. The league is facing a long list of grievances from the fans including rising home game ticket prices, inconsistent punishments for players and teams, and rule modifications that impair competition.
However, it seems like Goodell enjoys the boos saying that they can do “better” while watching a clip of being booed.
Who is NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, why is he booed during the draft and what is his salary and net worth
Roger Goodell still enjoying the boos 😄#NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/hwrX2RD46Z
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) April 24, 2020
Additionally, over the years, Goodell has been at the focus of controversy, whether it be with the way the league handled player accusations of domestic abuse or its response to on-field issues by Colin Kaepernick and other players.
Critics have also taken issue with his opinions on player safety and health, as well as officiating improvements. While the Draft is kicking off, the flashbacks will be back. Let us have a look at who the NFL commissioner is.
Who is Roger Goodell?
Roger Stokoe Goodell is a businessman and NFL commissioner who was born on February 19, 1959 in Jamestown, New York, U.S.
A look at Roger Goodell’s career
In 2006, he was selected by a unanimous vote to replace Paul Tagliabue, who had held the position since 1989 and following his latest extension, he will stay under contract until March 2027.
In 1982, Goodell started working as an administrative intern for Commissioner Pete Rozelle in the league office in New York. A year later, in 1983, he began working as an intern for the New York Jets. However, in 1984, he quit the team to take a position as a public relations assistant at the league office.
As the NFL’s COO, Goodell was in charge of managing football operations and league business operations. He played football, basketball, and baseball as a three-sport athlete at Westchester County’s Bronxville High School. However, a knee injury ended his playing dreams.
Roger Goodell’s parents
Roger Goodell was born to Charles Goodell and Jean Rice Goodell. He also has four siblings, all brothers.
Roger Goodell’s wife
Roger Goodell is married to former Fox News anchor Jane Skinner and they two welcomed twin daughters in 2001.
Roger Goodell’s net worth
Roger Goodell’s estimated net worth is around $200 million.
Goodell has held the post since 2006, and his most recent annual salary is believed to be nearly $64 million with him receiving a three year extension after his contract was set to end in 2024.