# NFL Comfortable with Tisch Participation

> NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says league is comfortable with Steve Tisch attending league meetings and team events despite his reduced ownership stake.
- Title: NFL Comfortable with Tisch Participation · NBC Sports
- Summary: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says league is comfortable with Steve Tisch attending league meetings and team events despite his reduced ownership stake. NFL…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/roger-goodell-nfl-is-comfortable-with-steve-tisch-participating-in-league-team-activities
- Published: 2026-10-21T20:06:31.588+00:00
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- Topics: roger goodell, steve tisch, nfl, giants, league, team activities, ownership interest, sports
## Roger Goodell comments on Tisch participation
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says league is comfortable with Steve Tisch attending league meetings and team events.

> I think we’re comfortable with him participating as the Giants suggest
## Tisch's ownership status
Steve Tisch no longer holds equity in Giants but continues to serve as chairman of the board.
## Tisch's role in team activities
Tisch has been present in the Giants' draft room and attended games.
## Epstein email controversy
Tisch's involvement with Jeffrey Epstein raised questions about potential favors and dates.
## Goodell's March statement
Goodell cited Tisch's exit from ownership when discussing the NFL's investigation of Tisch.
## League's response to Tisch
The league has no evidence of wrongdoing by Tisch and has not pursued further action.
## Current status of Tisch
Tisch's reduced ownership stake remains acceptable as long as he is visible at league and team events.
## Key takeaway

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell states the league is comfortable with Steve Tisch participating in league and team activities after his ownership interest was transferred to his children's trust.