The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that former NFL coach Jon Gruden's lawsuit against the league can proceed in court rather than arbitration. Gruden sued the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell after his departure from the Raiders due to leaked emails containing offensive language. He alleges a deliberate campaign to ruin his career through the selective disclosure of these messages.
Gruden's legal team views the ruling favorably, stating it vindicates his reputation and clears the path to seek justice and hold the NFL accountable. The court found the NFL's arbitration clause unconscionable and inapplicable to Gruden as a former employee. Separately, Gruden has expressed interest in returning to coaching and has been involved with various teams in unofficial capacities.