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Buccaneers Reinstate Jon Gruden to Ring of Honor After 2021 Removal

The team reversed its decision following reflection on Gruden's impact and interactions with ownership, despite past controversies.

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SAN DIEGO - JANUARY 26: Head coach Jon Gruden of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers holds aloft the Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates after the victory over the Oakland Raiders in Super Bowl XXXVII on January 26, 2003 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. The Buccaneers won 48-21. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden smiles on the sidelines during a game against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Aug 29, 2021; Santa Clara, California, USA; Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden walks onto the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

Overview

  • Jon Gruden, former head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has been reinstated to the team's Ring of Honor nearly four years after his removal.
  • Gruden was initially removed in 2021 after leaked emails revealed racist, misogynistic, and homophobic language, leading to his resignation as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.
  • The Buccaneers cited reflection on Gruden's contributions, including leading the team to its first Super Bowl victory in 2003, as the reason for the reinstatement.
  • The decision was influenced by a memorial for former defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin, where a speech on forgiveness resonated with the team's ownership, the Glazer family.
  • Gruden, who has remained active in football through consulting and media roles, expressed gratitude for the recognition and hopes to continue his involvement in the sport.