Fired Miami Dolphins Coach sues NFL, Alleging Racist Hiring

FILE – Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Fired Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores has sued the NFL and three teams, alleging racist hiring practices by the league even as it publicly condemns racism.

The lawsuit seeks class-action status.

Flores was fired last month by Miami after leading the Dolphins to a 24-25 record over three years. The Dolphins went 9-8 in their second straight winning season, but failed to make the playoffs during his tenure.

In a statement, the NFL called the claims without merit, saying diversity is core to everything it does.

Flores is suing the Dolphins, the New York Giants and the Denver Broncos.

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