Roger Goodell

Money Moves

As of May 2026: Holds NFL's newly acquired 10% stake in ESPN through league entity

For 28 years ESPN was Disney's cable cash machine — a pay-TV channel that millions paid for whether they watched it or not. Disney's May 6 earnings report described something different: a standalone $29.99-a-month streaming service, an asset valued at $30 billion, and a sports network in which the National Football League now owns 10%.

Updated May 31

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Named defendant; would have presided over arbitration if court had allowed it

For twenty years, the National Football League has resolved disputes through arbitration controlled by its commissioner. On February 13, 2026, a federal judge ruled that system cannot shield the league from allegations of discrimination against Black coaches, meaning evidence about how teams make hiring decisions will become public.

Updated May 29