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A federal appeals court ruled Thursday that Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores ' lawsuit against the NFL for racial discrimination can go to trial.

The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan upheld Judge Valerie Caproni’s previous ruling that Flores can proceed with claims against the league and the Denver Broncos, New York Giants and Houston Texans.

The ruling rejected the league’s attempt to force Flores into arbitration, which would have had Commissioner Roger Goodell serve as the arbitrator.

The NFL responded via spokesperson Brian McCarthy.

"We respectfully disagree with the panel’s ruling and will be seeking further review," his statement said.

Flores sued the NFL and multiple teams i

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