Report: Shanahan in Talks with Redskins

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by hooskins

Its very easy to say the Rooney rule is wrong, without properly understanding why it is in place. Its not like the general job market, which is much more porous and open. The coaching and involvement with the NFL was very much a "Country-Club" only deal. There have to be rules to prevent that kinda of self-sustaining discrimination.

There never would be a qualified minority candidate if they dont get a chance.

Apprehension has always been associated with the Rooney Rule by many people because of the limitations it faces in effecting it's intended purpose. Owners are going to hire who they want to hire to run or coach their respective programs. The rule is to give the impression that fairness is being implemented in the process.