Researchers have examined the influence of the NFL's Rooney Rule on the representation of racial minorities. They found that, relative to comparison groups, racial minorities were ________ likely to fill an NFL head coaching vacancy in the post-Rooney era.

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Researchers found that in the post-Rooney era, racial minorities were 19-21% more likely to fill an NFL head coaching vacancy compared to comparison groups. This suggests that the implementation of the Rooney Rule has had a positive impact on the representation of racial minorities in NFL coaching positions.

Researchers Have Examined the Influence of the NFL's Rooney Rule