ATLANTA (AP) — Faced with a blitz of officiating questions and queries about the effectiveness of the Rooney Rule Womens Marcus Davenport Jersey , Colin Kaepernick's football unemployment, and the cancellation of a news conference for a Super Bowl halftime show that has drawn hefty criticism, Roger Goodell scrambled.The NFL commissioner did provide some nuggets of news on Wednesday. He noted establishing a quarterbacks summit at Morehouse College in June to help get more minority coaches into the pipeline of higher-level assistant coaching jobs that are quicker pathways to head coaching opportunities. Otherwise, Goodell generally ducked the rush at his annual State of the NFL appearance as effectively as Russell Wilson.Naturally, Goodell was peppered with questions, some bordering on demands, to upgrade the officiating 10 days after a non-call late in the NFC championship game pretty much cost the Saints a spot in the Super Bowl. While agreeing that game officials missed the helmet-to-helmet hit and pass interference penalty by Rams defensive back Nickell Robey-Coleman — league officiating chief Al Riveron called Saints coach Sean Payton after the game and admitted the blown call — Goodell said the league will re-examine the officiating process.He didn't rule out adding such plays to the video review system, and he definitely didn't endorse such a move."We will look again at instant replay," said Goodell, who added that league executives recognize the frustration of Saints fans. "There have been a variety of proposals over the last — frankly 15 to 20 years — of should replay be expanded? It does not cover judgment calls. This was a judgment call."The other complication is that it was a no-call. And our coaches and clubs have been very resistant and there has not been support to date about having a replay official or somebody in New York throw a flag when there is no flag (thrown). They have not voted for that in the past. It doesn't mean that we won't. It's something that we're going to put to the competition committee to see if there's an answer to that, but the reality is that's been at least an opposition philosophically for many clubs."Goodell completely ruled out any use of commissioner's powers to change the call or resume the game; a lawsuit was filed in New Orleans seeking that. He also stressed that he and the competition committee will examine a potential expansion of replay to include helmet-to-helmet hits."We have worked very hard to bring technology in to try to make sure we can do whatever possible to address those issues," Goodell said. "But technology is not going to solve all of these issues. The game is not officiated by robots, it's not going to be. But we have to continue to go down that path."The path to top coaching positions has been a rocky one for minorities. In a report Wednesday Tre'Quan Smith Jersey White , the AP pointed out that on 2018 coaching staffs, only four minorities held the stepping-stone jobs of offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, just 7.1 percent of 56 jobs. That lack of minority coaches in the pipeline helped contribute to the NFL's sharpest-ever one-year drop in minority head coaches, from eight to three, with Brian Flores soon to become the fourth when he moves from the Patriots to the Dolphins.Many advocates of diversity in the league have questioned the current effectiveness of the Rooney Rule, in which teams are required to interview at least one minority candidate for any head coach or general manager vacancy.Goodell defended the rule, which has been used in other industries, emphasizing it has opened opportunities that didn't exist previously."We don't look at the success or failure of the Rooney Rule in one-year increments," Goodell said. "We've had the Rooney Rule around for nearly 20 years. It has had an extraordinary impact on the NFL. Over 20 clubs have hired minority (head) coaches in that period of time."We want to figure out how we can create a deeper pool of coaches so that they have that opportunity when the coaching opportunities arise."— On Kaepernick, who some claim has been blackballed by the league for sparking social injustice and police brutality demonstrations during the national anthem, Goodell said:"I think if a team decides that Colin Kaepernick or any other player can help their team win, that's what they'll do. They want to win and they make those decisions individually in the best interest of their club. Our clubs are the ones that make decisions on players they want to have on their roster. They make that decision individually in the best interests of their team."— On the cancellation of the halftime news conference following widespread condemnation of the choice of Maroon 5 and several artists refusing to participate as a sign of support for Kaepernick:"We're extremely pleased with the diversity, quality and the excitement surrounding our entertainers. This is the biggest stage in the world Womens Alvin Kamara Jersey , and I know people want to be part of that."Just to be clear, as I mentioned we have close to 200 million fans. "We know there are segments that are going to have different reactions to different things that go on in our league. Ultimately I think people respect and admire the things we do and want to be part of it."— On where owner Mark Davis will have the Raiders play in 2019 after the city of Oakland filed a lawsuit against the team that is headed to Las Vegas in 2020:"I think the hope of Mark is to continue to be in the Bay Area with the Raiders' fans." Could the Saints look to "The Swamp" to add to their re-built linebacking corps?"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections InterviewsNew Orleans Saints SatireWho Dat HistoryCanal Street Chronicles TutorialNFL DraftNFL Draft Profiles2019 New Orleans Saints draft prospects: Vosean Joseph New,1commentCould the Saints look to "The Swamp" to add to their re-built linebacking corps?CDTShareTweetShareShare2019 New Orleans Saints draft prospects: Vosean Joseph Jason Getz-USA TODAY SportsThe most improved area on the New Orleans Saints in 2018 was their linebacking corps. Demario Davis had been signed as a free agent during the previous offseason and played at a Pro Bowl level. Alex Anzalone, a 3rd round pick in 2017, remained healthy and added an athletic and playmaking element along with Davis. A.J. Klein had a quietly efficient year, and all 3 players showed the capability to play all inside and outside spots, as well as the ability to stay on the field regardless of situation. Craig Robertson was re-signed in the offseason to provide depth, and insures that the team has a linebacking unit with both solid athleticism and excellent versatility. While Davis is one of the most underrated defensive players in the NFL, and Anzalone seems on the verge of stardom, Klein is headed into a contract year and has a rather high cap number. New Orleans may look to add another athletic playmaker to this level of the defense, and the subject of today's draft profile could fill that role perfectly. Vosean Joseph, LB (Florida)6'1230Kim Klement-USA TODAY SportsJoseph attended Norland High School in Miami, FL. Michael Thomas Saints Jersey , earning all-state recognition as a senior. He kept his talents in-state, but moving north to attend the University of Florida. He saw some defensive action as a freshman, despite being on a team with eventual high draft picks Anzalone and Jarrad Davis at linebacker, but mainly participated on special teams. Joseph moved into the starting lineup as a sophomore, and was inconsistent but flashed potential, finishing with 55 tackles and an interception. He was a bit more consistent in 2018, leading the Gators with 93 tackles (including 9 for loss), 4 sacks, and five passes defensed. Joseph did not participate in the on-field workouts at the NFL Scouting Combine. His athletic potential is off the charts, but inconsistent performances has him likely destined for a mid-day 2 or early day 3 draft pick. Kim Klement-USA TODAY SportsVosean Joseph is an explosive linebacker with outstanding range and good aggression. He has terrific change of direction, and flows seamlessly sideline to sideline from anywhere on the field. Joseph can match up with opposing tight ends in man coverage, has excellent ball skills once the ball is thrown, and can even pick up a bigger wideout in the slot. He can be a devastating blitzer from the edge Marcus Davenport Jersey , providing a disruption in the backfield and has elite pursuit abilities to finish with a closing burst. Joseph slides along the line of scrimmage well against the run, knifing quickly through gaps between blockers to make a play. Joseph has very good read and react skills, but he must hone his natural instincts and aggressive nature to avoid getting caught out of position. He struggles to take on blockers head-on, and can get pushed around or hung up in traffic. Joseph packs a punch as a hitter, but can get grabby at times as a tackler instead of wrapping up and finishing. Kim Klement-USA TODAY SportsVosean Joseph played many of his snaps as an off the ball middle linebacker in college, but was able to excel all over the field. He has the athleticism and reaction skills that will translate well against NFL passing attacks, with the frame to add more bulk as a run defender. His best fit initially may be on the weakside, where he can utilize his athletic ability better in open space as a blitzer and in coverage, with the possibility of moving to the middle as a nickel 'backer. The Saints defensive coaches insist on versatility from all their defensive players, but particularly from their linebackers. This unit is more athletic than we've seen in years, and a player like Vosean Joseph could be a perfect fit in their defensive system.