Roger Goodell 'State of the NFL' Presser on ESPN

[Dpantherman]

and NFLN, just to let you guys know. I can't watch because I have a class to go to, just a heads up.

[Kettle]

thanks D. set the DVR using the direcTV app thanks to you.

[Icege]

Missing it for the same reason. Synopsis appreciated? <3

[Kettle]

there will likely be one before i am able to watch. i set to record the recap that is right after it as well.

[rayzor]

twitter updates i've gotten from it.

i'll be updating this post when i get more.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says the bad weather hasn't dimmed the enthusiasm of the Super Bowl.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell recognizes legendary Texas writer Dan Jenkins, one of the best sportswriters ever.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'Like any organization, we have our challenges. We are not satisfied, but we are going to do better in everything we do'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says the focus is on getting a new CBA done in the next few weeks.

JonathanTamari Goodell at Dallas says fans hate 4 preseason games and he wants a fix; Everyone can agree on that. But that doesn't mean fans want 18

JonathanTamari 18 regular season games, that is.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'The pendulum has swung too much in one direction. You want to have a fair deal.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell was asked about the Indianapolis Super Bowl next year. He said he expects it to be played.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on his comment about Bill Belichick deceiving him. Says he didn't follow up on that.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says no determination made about what will happen on March 4. Says sole focus is on getting a deal done.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell "We have to focus on getting an agreement that works for everybody."

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says fans will see increased value if two preseason games because regular season games under 18-game proposal.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'You want to continue to grow the pie. That's good for everybody.'

JonathanTamari Goodell says 18 game reg season will "increase the value" for fans - was asked why not just cut 2 preseason games or drop preseason prices

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says if deal isn't done will be bad for partners, will cut down revenue. "What we have to do is remove the uncertainty.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says, 'This will get resolved at the negotiating table. This is about a negotiation. We have to find solutions.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on the layoffs by the Chiefs and the Jets and how it looks to let paycheck to paycheck people go.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on the layoffs by the Chiefs and the Jets and how it looks to let paycheck to paycheck people go.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says he doesn't think anyone is using the potential lockout as an excuse. 'There are still difficult economic challenges.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'We want to make sure we're making smart decisions for the long term. I can assure you we have that sense of urgency.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on player safety: 'Tremendous amount of research being done on helmets.'

JonathanTamari Goodell says 18 games not a deal breaker; opens door, w/18 games, to fewer OTAs, shorter training camps, fewer practices in pads

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says that New York will be well-prepared for the weather.

RavensInsider Chad Ochocinco asking Roger Goodell how far away the league, union are from a deal.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: "We will get an agreement. This is the window of opportunity to get things done right. Let's get to work.'

JonathanTamari Goodell: Vick had not intention of participating in party in Dallas; people had been using his name #Eagles

JonathanTamari Goodell on Vick: we're looking for success stories ... he paid a significant price, and now he's doing the right thing #Eagles

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says he's impressed with Michael Vick's decision-making and maturity.

JonathanTamari Goodell says he spoke to Vick 3 times in the past 2 weeks about his plans for Super Bowl week #Eagles

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on Michael Vick: 'We're looking for success stories. We're not looking for players to fail.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'The fans want football. I think the fans care about an agreement, they don't care about the details.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'Nobody is going to feel sorry for us if we don't get an agreement done.'

JonathanTamari Goodell on franchise tag dispute with NFLPA: if union disagrees that tag is available he assumes they'll challenge thru the "normal process"

RavensInsider Roger Goodell says he would be happy to hand off the MVP trophy to either Ben Roethlisberger or James Harrison.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'Whoever gets up to that stage, I'll be proud to hand the trophy to.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'I'm not worried about legacies and how I'm perceived.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on whether the Chargers are moving to L.A.: 'We want to keep our teams where they are.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'They want to be in San Diego. So does the NFL. We need to find a solution to the stadium situation in San Diego.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on whether NFL is willing to open the books: 'We have to get beyond this negotiating ploy of opening the books.'

RavensInsider Goodell: 'They said they recognize the clubs are being squeezed. They know the economics aren't working.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on providing clarity on rules: 'I have to take responsibility that integrity and fairness are implemented in consistent way.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell was asked if he has a part-time job in mind if he lowers his salary to a dollar. He laughed.

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'I don't want my salary to go to a dollar. My wife doesn't want my salary to go to a dollar.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers, that's football. It represents the tradition of our game.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell: 'Tremendous passion. They have national followings. That's what's so exciting for this country. Wow, that's real football.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell asked about free agency on March 4 and whether he's saying there will be a lockout

RavensInsider "If we're not successful by March 4, then there won't be free agency. There are enough incentives to get to the table.'

RavensInsider Roger Goodell said that he believes the Rooney Rule has been very successful.

[countryboi]

with all this talk of a lockout wouldnt it be great if they could hammer out a CBA before march 4th?

[bleys]

he is taking some heat.. I love that Chad JOHNSON is being blunt as well..

but he danced the fug around the 18 game question when someone said something like less than 20% of fans want 18 games and less than 20% of players want 18 games..

[jtnc]

he is taking some heat.. I love that Chad JOHNSON is being blunt as well..

but he danced the fug around the 18 game question when someone said something like less than 20% of fans want 18 games and less than 20% of players want 18 games..

He dances around a lot of questions.

[jtnc]

This guy is such a Politician.

[Swarly]

did someone ask him if he enjoys running the NFL into the ground?

[countryboi]

does anyone else miss paul tagliabue?

[riddel]

If you are gonna let a player ask a question, why Chad Ouchocinco? He sounded and looked like a school boy who had no clue what the CBA process includes......foolish looking.

[Panthro]

does anyone else miss paul tagliabue?

He is the very reason we are in this debacle.

[Murph]

RavensInsider Roger Goodell on whether NFL is willing to open the books: 'We have to get beyond this negotiating ploy of opening the books.'

RavensInsider Goodell: 'They said they recognize the clubs are being squeezed. They know the economics aren't working.'

I think most of us probably knew Goodell sides with the owners more than the players, this quote seems to enforce that.