Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has stepped down from the NFL's social justice committee, the team announced Tuesday.
"Stephen made the decision last week and informed the NFL and members of the working committee that he was going to step aside from the group and continue to focus his efforts on RISE," a Dolphins spokesman said. "He believes in and is still fully committed to the work that has been done by the group and will always be a passionate supporter and tireless advocate for social justice causes, the fight for equal rights and education."
The committee includes players and team owners and is intended to address social justice issues.