Reporter alleges NFL retaliation for challenging lack of diversity, owners' racist remarks
- Former NFL Network reporter Jim Trotter filed a racial discrimination lawsuit against the league after his contract wasn't renewed.
- Trotter claims he was punished for publicly confronting NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell about the lack of diversity in coaching and executive ranks.
- The lawsuit alleges Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Bills owner Terry Pegula made racist comments about Black players.
- Trotter is seeking damages and a court-ordered investigation into the NFL's hiring and retention practices regarding Black individuals.
- The NFL denies Trotter's allegations, stating his departure was due to economic factors and changing media landscape.