Keep in mind that she is an intern, and as best I can tell, they are committed to her through the preseason only. She's not the linebackers coach, per se. She's assisting with the linebackers during her time with the team.
Given that, and given her experience and education, I don't think the news is even controversial. It's newsworthy, but not controversial. I think it's a good move and is more likely to improve the team than the typical person who gets this job. If I were the one approving hires, I'd stamp this one 'yes' fairly quickly and applaud whoever thought of it for challenging stereotypes and see what this coach has to teach the team.
Given that, and given her experience and education, I don't think the news is even controversial. It's newsworthy, but not controversial. I think it's a good move and is more likely to improve the team than the typical person who gets this job. If I were the one approving hires, I'd stamp this one 'yes' fairly quickly and applaud whoever thought of it for challenging stereotypes and see what this coach has to teach the team.