The NFL is preparing to examine New York Giants co‑owner Steve Tisch’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein after Tisch’s name appeared more than 400 times in documents released by the U.S. Justice Department. The files, made public under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, have renewed scrutiny of Epstein’s network and the individuals who interacted with him.
Goodell: “We Will Look at All the Facts”
Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed the situation Monday, emphasizing that the league intends to gather complete information before making any determinations. “Absolutely we will look at all the facts,” Goodell said. “We’ll look at the context of those and try to understand that. We’ll look at how that falls under the league’s personal conduct policy. I think we’ll take one step at a time. Let’s get the facts first.”
The NFL’s review will focus on the nature of Tisch’s interactions with Epstein and whether any of those communications fall within the scope of league policy.
Tisch Acknowledges Contact but Denies Wrongdoing
Tisch, 76, said last week that he knew Epstein and that the two “exchanged emails about adult women” while also discussing “movies, philanthropy and investments.” He firmly denied ever visiting Epstein’s private island and has not been charged with any crime related to the federal investigation.
The Giants co‑owner’s statements came as public attention intensified following the release of the documents, which catalog years of communications, associations, and allegations tied to Epstein and his network.
Background on the Epstein Files Transparency Act
The newly disclosed documents were released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, a law passed after sustained public and political pressure. The act requires the federal government to open its files on Epstein and his longtime associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted in connection with Epstein’s sex‑trafficking operation.
