Paul Tagliabue
Paul Tagliabue Tagliabue in August 2002 Commissioner of the National Football League In office November 5, 1989 – September 1, 2006 Preceded by Pete Rozelle Succeeded by Roger Goodell Personal details Born Paul John Tagliabue (1940-11-24) November 24, 1940 (age 74) Jersey City, New Jersey Alma mater Georgetown University New York University School of Law Paul John Tagliabue (born November 24, 1940) is a former Commissioner of the National Football League. He took the position in 1989 and was succeeded by Roger Goodell, who was elected to the position on August 8, 2006. Tagliabue's retirement took effect on September 1, 2006. He had previously served as a lawyer for the NFL. Tagliabue is currently the chair of Georgetown University's board of directors.