In his first public statement since his remarks on Ray Rice on Sep 10, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell promised Friday that the NFL would make the changes needed to win back the public's trust and address the domestic violence and policy issues plaguing the league.

In his remarks Friday, Goodell said that the NFL would "get our house in order first" by making major changes to policies and procedures. Goodell explained that the league was currently working on revamped personal conduct policies to be finalized before Super Bowl. He also announced the establishment of a "conduct committee" whose task would be to oversee the implementation and enforcement of the new policies.

After pressure from women’s advocacy groups such as the National Organization of Women and Ultraviolet, Goodell is also created a partnership with women’s organizations, including a domestic violence hotline and a sexual violence resource center. In a memo to teams Thursday, Goodell also announced a domestic violence and sexual assault education program for all team and NFL personnel within the next 30 days.

As for the current cases, the commissioner has issued special exemptions for players Adrian Peterson (Minnesota), Greg Hardy (Carolina), and Jonathan Dywer (Arizona), all suspended due to ongoing cases. The exemption will allow them to receive pay until the legal process is completed. San Francisco's Ray McDonald continues to practice with the team while the investigation into domestic violence accusations continue.

Peterson's situation just took another turn, as Minnesota officials in Hennepin County have filed a court petition requesting special protections for his 4-year-old son.

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