I think the Rooney rule is useful and important and is working out as intended. In the sense that minority coaches are at least getting a chance to interview and vouch for jobs they'd otherwise be overlooked for. It helps force teams and owners to diversify the pool of applicants, and level the playing field in an otherwise overwhelmingly hegemonic profession. In the end, the fact minority applicants aren't getting hired is a moot point. Owners can hire whomever they want, based on merit and their own decision-making. The Rooney rule simply ensures the door remains open to all candidates, regardless of race. I see nothing wrong with it, not sure what the constant backlash is against it. Why does it hurt anyone's feelings that a couple of more interviews are held for each GM, head coach position? Why is it so outrageous minority coaches are allowed a seat at the interview table, where they've been generally shunned in the past?