Roger Goodell gets contract extension

New York— Now that the NFL has labor peace for the next decade, commissioner Roger Goodell has job security through 2019.

Not only did Goodell get through one of the most contentious and troubling periods — a 4 1/2-month lockout — but he oversaw a highly successful season once a 10-year collective bargaining agreement was reached.

On Wednesday, he reaped some rewards himself with a contract extension through 2019.

"It is the only place I have ever wanted to work," Goodell said after the compensation committee approved the extension.

Goodell, 52, took over for Paul Tagliabue in 2006. His original five-year contract was extended in 2009. He earned about $10 million, including bonuses, under that contract. During the lockout, he had a salary of $1.

No terms were disclosed for the new contract.

"I am grateful for the contributions and counsel of NFL owners in managing our league, the talented staff that supports us, and the players and coaches that perform their magic on the field," he said. "It is truly a team effort."

In 2011, Goodell negotiated long-term contract extensions of the NFL's television contracts. The nine-year agreements with CBS, Fox, and NBC are the longest for the league and could net as much as $3.1 billion in 2022.

Goodell has made player safety and discipline his main focal points, and the league has ramped up fines and even suspensions for illegal hits.

Goodell also has been criticized for how the league dealt with retired players and post-career health issues such as brain trauma. Both issues have become priorities for Goodell and the league in recent years.

"I speak on behalf of 32 NFL club owners in saying we are fortunate to have Roger Goodell as our commissioner," said Falcons owner Arthur Blank, chairman of the compensation committee. "Since becoming commissioner in 2006, the NFL — already the leader in professional sports — has gotten even stronger.

"As evidenced by this contract extension, we have great confidence in Roger's vision and leadership of the NFL."

Coaching carousel

The Colts hired Ravens defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano as their new coach.

Pagano, 51, replaces Jim Caldwell , who was fired after the Colts finished 2-14.

"I like it," Pro Bowl defensive end Robert Mathis wrote on Twitter.

… The Raiders are finalizing a deal with Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen to make him their new coach.

"He's a smart guy," said Raiders punter Shane Lechler , who played with Allen while the two were at Texas A&M.

Extra points

Steelers nose tackle Chris Hoke is retiring after 11 seasons.

… Steelers safety Ryan Clark will replace injured Ravens safety Ed Reed in the Pro Bowl.

… The NFL is relaxing its social media policy and allowing players to tweet before and during Sunday's Pro Bowl. The game will be telecast by NBC at 7 p.m.