As Brian Flores' discrimination lawsuit against the NFL continues, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has made some harsh comments about his former coach, which may impact the case. Flores' lawsuit centers around allegations that racial discrimination played a role in his firing by the Miami Dolphins and his inability to secure head coaching positions with other teams.
Constangy senior counsel Chris Deubert recently spoke to Front Office Sports on the situation. “From a legal perspective, his comments would support the Dolphins’ argument that there were legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons for his termination," Chris explains. "If the matter proceeded to trial or arbitration, Tua would be an excellent witness for the team. From a public relations perspective, the comments also clearly make Flores look less sympathetic, which may reduce the pressure on the NFL to resolve the matter.”
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Chris Deubert is a labor and employment attorney who focuses on counseling clients in the sports industry. He advises and represents teams, leagues, agents, and universities on employment disputes, discrimination claims, class actions, and regulatory compliance. Previously, Chris served as General Counsel for D.C. United, managing legal issues including litigation, contracts, and employment policies. His extensive experience includes representing NFL players in league matters and arbitration and addressing legal and ethical issues related to NFL player health during his time at Harvard University.