Jon Gruden criticized by judge in ongoing NFL lawsuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:09 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden faces criticism from a district judge regarding his ongoing lawsuit against the NFL. Judge Joe Hardy expressed concerns over Gruden's alleged lack of cooperation in the discovery process. Gruden claims the NFL leaked confidential emails to force his resignation in October 2021, while the NFL argues he is withholding information. The judge's comments come as Gruden plans to return to broadcasting for a preseason game on August 22.
- •Judge Hardy criticizes Gruden for delays in the lawsuit process.
- •Gruden claims the NFL leaked emails to damage his career.
- •The NFL alleges Gruden is withholding information.
- •Gruden will return to broadcasting on August 22.
- •He plans to do play-by-play for a preseason game.
- 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Former Raiders Coach Criticize By Court In His NFL Lawsuit
"Former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden has a running lawsuit against the NFL, but he's been breaking the rules.
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