PFT Live with Mike Florio Will Myles Garrett stay with Browns? + Steelers owner Art Rooney II on Rooney Rule (3/30 Hour 2)
Mar 30, 2026
Discussion about whether Myles Garrett will remain with the Browns and how recent contract tweaks could affect trade possibilities. A heated debate over the Rooney Rule follows, including the Florida attorney general’s demand and Art Rooney II’s comments about changing times. They also touch on joint training practices, a 49ers facility safety check, and speculation about Brandon Aiyuk’s future.
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If The Law Supports You, Fight Enforcement Threats
- Stand up and defend established policies when legally confident instead of placating critics.
- Florio urges the NFL to challenge the Florida AG if it believes the Rooney Rule complies with law rather than seek to placate him.
Rooney Rule Works On Paper But Falters In Practice
- The Rooney Rule's uneven application reduces its effectiveness and fuels criticism.
- Chris Simms and Mike Florio note many teams treat interviews as formalities, creating a gap between policy intent and outcomes referenced in Brian Flores litigation.
Define Merit Before Claiming Meritocracy
- Don't hide behind vague calls for 'merit' without defining selection criteria.
- Mike Florio emphasizes owners make subjective choices and there's no formula for picking head coaches, so explicit standards matter.