NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has agreed to a four-year contract extension that will keep him in his role until the end of the 2030 league season, concluding on March 31, 2031. The NFL’s Compensation Committee informed the full ownership of this decision on Sunday.
In a memo obtained by The Associated Press and sent to team owners, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft expressed gratitude for having Goodell leading the league for the next four years. Kraft, who serves as the chairman of the league’s compensation committee, highlighted the collaborative effort with an independent third-party compensation consultant and outside counsel to structure a performance-based deal that aligns Goodell’s compensation with the long-term interests and success of the NFL.
The financial details of Goodell’s new contract have not been disclosed at this time. However, he reportedly earned $63.9 million for the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons. Goodell, 67 years old, is now entering his fifth contract extension as commissioner, a position he has held since taking over from Paul Tagliabue in 2006. His tenure has seen significant growth in the NFL’s popularity and revenue.
Notably, under Goodell’s leadership, the league has achieved remarkable milestones, such as the recent record-breaking sales of the Washington Commanders and the Seattle Seahawks. The NFL’s global presence has also expanded, with a record nine international games scheduled for this season. It is notable that Goodell’s contract will conclude alongside the current collective bargaining agreement in March 2031.