Baltimore Ravens Suing NFL Amid Discrimination Allegations
Ravens File Lawsuit Against NFL Over Brian Flores’ Lawsuit
The Baltimore Ravens have filed a lawsuit against the NFL, alleging that the league ignored racial discrimination by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores.
In February 2022, Flores filed a lawsuit against the NFL and three teams, including the Dolphins, alleging racial discrimination in hiring practices.
The Ravens’ lawsuit alleges that the NFL failed to investigate Flores’ claims and allowed discriminatory practices to continue. The lawsuit also alleges that the NFL retaliated against the Ravens for supporting Flores’ lawsuit.
NFL Denies Allegations, Calls Lawsuit “Baseless”
The NFL has denied the allegations in the Ravens’ lawsuit, calling them “baseless.”
The league said in a statement that it has “a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and has taken significant steps in recent years to improve its record in these areas.”
The NFL also said that it has “thoroughly investigated” Flores’ claims and “found no evidence of systemic discrimination.”
Lawsuit Could Have Far-Reaching Implications for NFL
The Ravens’ lawsuit could have far-reaching implications for the NFL.
If the Ravens are successful in their lawsuit, it could lead to significant changes in the way the NFL investigates and punishes discrimination.
The lawsuit could also lead to the NFL losing its tax-exempt status. The NFL is currently a non-profit organization, but it could lose that status if it is found to be discriminating.