Then-commissioner Paul Tagliabue and league lawyers recognized the need for a hiring policy that was. ettled on Tomlin, an energetic 34-year-old largely unknown defensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings. table, and the Spurs, Rockets and Thunder can challengeShare on FacebookShare on TwitterShare via EmailView more sharing optionsShare on LinkedInShare on PinterestShare on Google+Share on WhatsAppShare on MessengerCloseHunter FeltFriday 14 April 2017 10. NBANBA playoffs: Bulls and Pacers grab final spots as Celtics seal No1 East seedBoston wrap up first.