NFL Commish Roger Goodell’s recent back surgery could prevent traditional hugs at NFL Draft: report

WFIN Local News— NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is expected to walk to the podium Thursday night to open the 2024 NFL Draft. NFL prospects will hear Goodell announce their names. The draftees will then put on their new team's hat and walk across the stage for a photo opp with Goodell. But they might not get the

Daily Mail—Roger Goodell is cautioned against embracing players at the 2024 NFL Draft due to a recent back surgery but a few draftees hug him anyway. One of the biggest questions heading into Thursday's NFL Draft was the status of commissioner Roger Goodell's traditional hugs with draftees.

Awful Announcing—Roger Goodell's back surgery casts doubt on draft day hugs. A large part of the NFL Draft coverage — mainly during the first round — is focused on the commissioner. Not only is Roger Goodell there to announce the picks, but he’s also there to commemorate the moment with the prospects in attendance, who will undoubtedly want to give him a bear hug if they

Breitbart—Roger Goodell Recovering from Back Surgery, May Not Be Able to Hug 1st Round Draft Picks. ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter reports that Roger Goodell had back surgery three weeks ago and may be unable to continue his tradition of hugging the first-rounders.