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NFL Pauses Accelerator Program to Revamp Diversity Initiative

The league will merge coaching and front-office tracks, relaunching the program in May 2026 to enhance its impact and address stakeholder feedback.

The NFL logo is pictured on a football at an event in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S., November 30, 2017. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri/File Photo
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Overview

  • The NFL has postponed its accelerator program, designed to boost diversity in coaching and executive roles, until May 2026 for restructuring.
  • The revised program will combine the coaching and front-office tracks to better align with the league's diversity goals.
  • Since its inception in 2022, the program has conducted five events but has led to only two hires in key leadership positions.
  • The decision to pause follows recent scrutiny of diversity programs, including a federal executive order addressing DEI initiatives.
  • NFL leadership, including Commissioner Roger Goodell, reaffirmed their commitment to diversity, citing the importance of diverse perspectives in strengthening the league.