The NFL has extended Commissioner Roger Goodell's contract through the 2030 season, ending on 31 March 2031, when he will be 71 years old. The league's Compensation Committee, chaired by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, confirmed the four-year deal on Sunday, marking Goodell's fifth extension since he took charge in September 2006. The move keeps stability at the top of America's most valuable sports league at a time when its media deals, international expansion and legal challenges over its antitrust exemption remain closely watched.

Financial terms have not been disclosed, as the agreement is a private matter between Goodell and the league, though one compensation consultant told OutKick he could earn up to $300 million (£238 million) over the four years if top-tier performance targets are met. The committee said more than 95% of the package is tied to performance metrics. By the end of the extension, Goodell will have served 24 years as commissioner, second only to Pete Rozelle's near 30-year tenure. His time in charge has been marked by significant commercial growth and rising franchise values, alongside recurring controversies including Deflategate, concussion litigation and player protests.