Roger Goodell Recovering from Back Surgery, May Not Be Able to Hug 1st Round Draft Picks

Roger Goodell Recovering from Back Surgery, May Not Be Able to Hug 1st Round Draft Picks


If you’re a fan of watching NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell bear hug draft picks on draft night (and I have no idea why you would be), you are likely in for a disappointment.

ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter reports that Goodell had back surgery three weeks ago and may be unable to continue his tradition of hugging the first-rounders.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell underwent back surgery three weeks ago, has recovered well, but it remains uncertain whether he will be able to offer his patented draft-day hugs. Draft-time decision. pic.twitter.com/est2W3CXQT

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 25, 2024

The last “hug-less” Goodell draft occurred in 2020. That was, of course, a virtual draft due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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