Ashburn, Va. — The Washington Commanders have recently suspended an employee following controversial comments made regarding players, league figures, and the NFL overall. The team has suspended Rael Enteen, the vice president of content, after he made remarks to an undercover reporter for the O’Keefe Media Group. Enteen, who has been with the organization for four years, met with the reporter on a dating app and had two separate meetings at local restaurants.
According to reports, Enteen’s comments included strong statements about the racial and sexual dynamics within the team. He expressed that, “over 50% of our roster is white religious, and God says, ‘F— the gays.’ Their interpretation. I don’t buy any of that.” Additionally, he mentioned that a significant portion of players come from communities that are “inherently very homophobic.” The team’s spokesperson emphasized that the language used in Enteen’s comments does not reflect the organization’s values. “We have suspended the employee pending an investigation and will reserve further comment at this time,” the spokesperson stated.
In the video, Enteen also described some players as “dumb as hell” and speculated that those who suffer head injuries may become more vulnerable to conspiracy theories. When discussing NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Enteen stated, “I don’t think the commissioner of the NFL hates gay people, hates black people.” However, he made more severe accusations towards Jerry Jones, the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, expressing that, “I think he hates gay people, black people.”
In light of the league’s social justice efforts, Enteen remarked that such initiatives are primarily for financial gain rather than genuine concern, stating, “It’s done because George Floyd changed the game … It’s to make as much money as possible.” He even dismissed NFL fans, calling them “high-school-educated alcoholics” and “mouth breathers.” Enteen’s controversial remarks have sparked discussions about the culture within the team and the league’s handling of sensitive topics.
As the investigation continues, the Commanders aim to reinforce their commitment to creating an inclusive environment for players, staff, and fans alike.
