Women in Football

Sam Gordon, a talented young female football player, becomes a social media phenomenon, a rising star, and ultimately a powerful activist for women's rights on the athletic field. [Emmy nominee]

Sarah Thomas breaks barriers and makes history as the first female to officiate a Super Bowl. [Emmy nominee]

The inspiring story of Ashton Washington, a trailblazer who became the first female scout in the century-plus history of the Chicago Bears franchise.

NFL legend Drew Brees joins the girls flag football movement, helping to blaze a new trail for rising young talents.

As we continue our celebration of Women's History Month, the NFL is recognizing trailblazers who have made their mark on the game. From playing in the Women's Football Alliance and with Team USA Women's Football, Browns assistant wide receiver coach Callie Brownson is continuing to prove herself as an unrelenting force both on and off the field.

It's Women's History Month and the NFL is celebrating trailblazers, past and present, who have made their mark on the game. Jordan Trgovac spent countless hours around the Panthers as a kid watching her dad create his legacy as an NFL coach. Now, as the team's Mid-Atlantic area scout, she hopes to create her own and inspire the next generation of women in sports along the way.

As we conclude our celebration of Women's History Month, we're sharing the inspiring journey of U.S. Women's National Flag Football Team wide receiver, and Olympic hopeful, Jo Overstreet. Drawing on her faith, family and fundamental love of competition, Overstreet hopes to continue being a global ambassador for her sport while also being a positive role model to little girls everywhere.

This Women's History Month, the NFL is sharing the stories of inspiring women who have and will help shape our league. Emily Badis takes pride in her position as the Vikings' Manager of Football Administration, but she's also embracing her additional role of knocking down doors for the next generation of female leaders in sports.

Throughout Women's History Month, the NFL is honoring some of the remarkable women who have blazed a trail in football - and whose path generations have continued to follow. Connie Carberg is one of those unforgettable pioneers - the first female scout in NFL history, and a bigger-than-life personality whose influence on the Jets and America's game endures.

The history behind the game of football was written with the help of an extraordinary group of women who played in the National Women's Football League. This Women's History Month, we share the story of former hairdresser turned Toledo Troopers defensive linewoman Gloria Jimenez, and her incredible journey with the NWFL's winningest team.

This Women's History Month we are sharing the inspiring stories of the women who have and continue to help shape our league. Wielding a pen, a love for the game and a powerful voice – Pro Football Hall of Fame sportswriter Charean Williams has been a staple in NFL media coverage for over 30 years.

Women's History Spotlight: Helen Dillon

Women's History Month: Connie Carberg

Women's History Spotlight: Charlotte Jones

This NFL 360 Women in Football special features an NFL storyteller reflecting on the profound ways the game has impacted her life.

A group of young girls and Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart join forces to ignite a flag football movement in Southern California.

Jane Slater explores how Saints owner Gayle Benson is seeking to leave a transformational legacy in the city of New Orleans.

NFL senior vice president of security Cathy Lanier faces extraordinary crises and challenges on a daily basis, in one of the most high-profile pressure cooker positions in the sports world.

Melissa Stark hosts a roundtable of groundbreaking women in football: NFL senior vice president of security Cathy Lanier; history-making college football safety Toni Harris; Bucs assistant defensive line coach Lori Locust; and Emmy-winning broadcaster and journalist Andrea Kremer.

Youth football player Sam Gordon joins 'NFL Total Access' to discuss her favorite prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft class.

At just 5-foot-4 and 130 pounds, Linda Jefferson was once described as "the legend of Toledo football." Her prolific career with the winningest team in the NWFL is rarely told today outside of Ohio. But now a whole new generation is being inspired by this "Forgotten GOAT."

Jana Fleishman EVP of Roc Nation, Dionne Harmon President of Jesse Collins Entertainment | Women's History Month

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league, Mexico women's flag football player Rebeca Landa shares how 'Remember the Titans' inspired her to get into broadcasting for American football.

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we share the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league. SVP and Chief Financial Officer Shannon Myers shares how she combines her love of sports and numbers for the Tennessee Titans.

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we share the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league. Packers Associate General Council Marissa Meli shares how her grandmother's inspirational story and history with Green Bay led to her full circle moment with the team today.

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we share the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league. Giants Director of Coaching Operations Laura Young shares her journey to becoming the first woman in Giants history to hold a coaching position.

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we share the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league. Chargers Director of Football Administration Katie Sylvan shares how she's helping shape the future of her childhood dream.

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we share the accomplishments of inspirational women in the game. At just 5-foot-4 and 130 pounds, Linda Jefferson was once described as "the legend of Toledo football." Her prolific career with the winningest team in the NWFL is rarely told today outside of Ohio. But now a whole new generation is being inspired by this "Forgotten GOAT."

Player Personnel Coordinator Andrea Gosper details the conversation that led to her working for the Buffalo Bills and more.

Vanita Krouch, U.S. Women's Flag Football team QB | Women's History Month

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league, Teams Operations Coordinator Milan Burgass shares how being an athlete helped her in career with the Vikings.

For more wonderful stories during women's history month scan the QR code to our Next Woman Up series.

As we continue celebrating Women's History Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of inspirational women across the league, Player Personnel Coordinator Andrea Gosper shares how her dream of working with the NFL came true with the Bills.

For more wonderful stories during women's history month scan the QR code to our Next Woman Up series.

March 1st kicks off Women's History Month. The NFL is celebrating the accomplishments of inspirations women in football. Las Vegas Raiders President Sandra Douglass Morgan shares how her history making appointment has made an impact in the league. For more wonderful stories during women's history month scan the QR code to our Next Woman Up series.

Listen in as NFL Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer Dasha Smith, Tampa Bay Buccaneers owner/President Darcie Glazer Kassewitz, and Cleveland Browns assistant wide receivers coach Callie Brownson address attendees of the NFL's 7th Annual Women's Forum in Indianapolis during the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine.

MJ Acosta-Ruiz was joined by Commissioner Roger Goodell, World Games flag football gold medalist from Team Mexico QB Diana Flores and NFL Legend and flag football ambassador Osi Umenyiora on NFL Total Access.

U.S. Women's Flag Team quarterback Vanita Krouch shares how her family's journey to her flag football prominence.

All month long, we've been spotlighting women changing the game on and off the field. Well recently, more than 200 women hoping to make their mark on the game competed for just 45 spots on the U.S. Women's National Tackle Football Team. And the NFL coaches leading them are three women blazing trails of their own.

Those who make the 2022 USA team roster will be invited to Training Camp in July, then travel to Finland for the International Federation of American Football World Championships later this summer. And the women of team USA have taken home the gold every single time.

Jane Skinner Goodell interviews NFL Films crew on telling the stories of women in football.

On this day in Women's History Month, the NFL spotlights the work of Megan McLaughlin, the Baltimore Ravens director of football operations.

Washington Commanders assistant running backs coach Jennifer King details her journey to becoming the first Black woman to be hired as a full-time NFL coach.

On this day in Women's History Month, NFL spotlights the work of Ashton Washington, the Chicago Bears' first full-time female scout who joined the organization as part of the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship.

Behind the scenes with the women who helped make Super Bowl LVI happen | NFL Up

VP Natara Holloway Branch on her journey to NFL football ops and strategy | NFL Up

Cathy Lanier, the NFL's Chief Security Officer, describes her transition from protecting the President of the United Sates as the first female police chief in Washington D.C. to providing the same security for the largest sporting event.

In this "NFL 360" special, Buccaneers coaches Lori Locust and Maral Javadifar share how they are impacting the NFL.

In this episode of "NFL 360," Melissa Stark spotlights Antoinette Harris, who became the first woman to receive a college football scholarship at a position other than kicker.

Watch Tampa Bay Buccaneers assistant defensive line coach Lori Locust share moment on winning Super Bowl LV

A sport welcoming more and more young women is flag football. Thanks to a partnership between the NFL and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, we're now in the second season of women's flag football at the college level. For more information on how to find a league in your area, go to nflflag.com.

Sarah Thomas, Sam Gordon talk about what it means to be trailblazers.

Women's History Month: Sheila Ford Hamp.

NFL Network's Jane Slater, Cynthia Frelund and MJ Acosta-Ruiz discuss how women can progress in the NFL in this Women in Football roundtable.

Women's History Month: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Director of Football Research Jacqueline Davidson.

NFL Network's Aditi Kinkhabwala, MJ Acosta-Ruiz and Stacey Dales discuss women who've influenced their careers in this Women in Football discussion.

In honor of Women's History Month, we spotlight Tampa Bay Buccaneers Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Maral Javadifar.

Women in Football aims to improve women's representation at all levels.

Cleveland Browns co-owner Dee Haslam discusses striving for diversity within an organization.

Washington Football Team running back assistant coach Jennifer King describes first season as assistant running back coach for the Washington Football Team

Minnesota Vikings manager of player personnel and college scout Kelly Kleine explains her rise in Vikings' scouting department.

Sarah Thomas reflects on becoming the first woman to officiate a Super Bowl.

During Women's History Month, Tampa Bay Buccaneers assistant defensive line coach Lori Locust reflects on working with head coach Bruce Arians.

Washington Football Team Senior VP of Media and Content Julie Donaldson joins "Good Morning Football" to discuss Alex Smith's comeback, Chase Young and head coach Ron Rivera.

Listen to Denver Broncos assistant strength and conditioning coach Emily Zaler's story.

NFL Network's Judy Battista, MJ Acosta-Ruiz, Kim Jones discuss what must change for women working in sports.

The "Good Morning Football" crew celebrates Andrea Kremer and Hannah Storm making history as NFL's first all-female broadcast team.

NFL Senior Manager of Football Development Venessa Hutchinson and NFL Senior Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Sam Rapoport join NFL Network's MJ Acosta-Ruiz for a roundtable discussion about women in football.

Owner and President of the Buffalo Bills Kim Pegula joins "Good Morning Football."

First Black woman to be named to the NFL's officiating staff Maia Chaka joins "Good Morning Football" to share her reaction to being named to the 2021 officiating roster, Sarah Thomas and reflects on her favorite moments as an official.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses how women's role in the NFL have progressed in recent years.

Women's History Month: Buffalo Bills Owner/President.

Detroit Lions principal owner Sheila Ford Hamp takes part in Women's Careers in Football Forum.

In honor of Women's History Month, we spotlight Detroit Lions Director of Team Operations Gina Newell

In honor of Women's History Month, we spotlight San Francisco 49ers pro personnel assistant Salli Clavelle.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers owner Darcie Glazer Kassewitz discusses the future of women in coaching.

NFL Network's MJ Acosta-Ruiz spotlights Cleveland Browns chief of staff Callie Brownson.

Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry shares Chief of Staff Callie Brownson 'is definitely on a coaching track' for the Browns.

NFL Network's MJ Acosta-Ruiz, Kimmi Chex and Colleen Wolfe discuss the evolution of women in sports.

NFL official Sarah Thomas discusses making history as the first female to be an official in a Super Bowl.

As female coaches continue to open doors and make an impact within the NFL, six female coaches will make history in Super Wild Card Weekend of the 2020 NFL Playoffs.

See an excerpt of "A Lifetime of Sundays" with Detroit Lions owner Martha Ford.

Go behind the scenes with Andrea Kremer and Hannah Storm as they broadcast Thursday Night Football for Amazon Prime Video.