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Roger Goodell Has a Field Day as NFL Commissioner Hounded Over Jalen Hurts, Jed York & Paris Unrest Concerns

Roger Goodell faced a long list of uncomfortable questions at the NFL’s fall ownership meetings in New York. From a controversial medical decision to questions about the New York Giants’ Steve Tisch and the San Francisco 49ers‘ owner Jed York…

By Hetal Moleshri · Essentially Sports

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 3:23 AM

Key Things to Know

Roger Goodell faced questions at the NFL ownership meetings concerning Jalen Hurts, Jed York, and Paris security.
The NFLPA requested an investigation into Jalen Hurts playing after being diagnosed with a superficial blood clot.
49ers owner Jed York completed his six-game suspension and $500,000 fine following an August misdemeanor plea.

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed multiple pressing controversies during the NFL's fall ownership meetings in New York. Goodell defended the league's handling of medical protocols surrounding Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, who played in London following a superficial blood clot diagnosis before developing deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary emboli, prompting an NFLPA investigation. Goodell maintained that league medical officers followed all proper procedures while prioritizing the quarterback's health.

Goodell also fielded questions regarding San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York returning from a six-game suspension, as well as New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch's inclusion in Department of Justice documents. Additionally, Goodell confirmed the league has no plans to cancel its upcoming game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints in Paris despite recent protests.

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