John Madden is back in the NFL this fall.

Commissioner Roger Goodell has appointed Madden as a “Special Advisor to the Commissioner,” the NFL announced today.

Madden will advise Goodell on NFL matters, including competitive issues, coaching and personnel development, technological innovations, player safety, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. It will be an unpaid position.

“John Madden still has tremendous passion for the game and offered to continue to play a constructive role for the league,” Goodell said. “It was an offer we couldn’t refuse. His experience, deep knowledge and unique perspective will be a major asset to our game.”

Madden also will work with NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations Ray Anderson, providing input on multiple football-related issues and also chairing the Coaches Subcommittee to the Competition Committee. Members of the subcommittee and topics for review will be jointly selected by Madden and Goodell. The subcommittee will report to the full Competition Committee prior to the annual meeting.

“Throughout my life, I have always had a football season,” Madden said. “As a player, as a coach, and as a broadcaster. When I retired from broadcasting, I didn’t retire from my passion and interest in the game. This position enables me to continue that.”

Madden will participate in meetings of the General Managers Advisory Committee and take part in a weekly call with Commissioner Goodell or his designee to discuss issues from the previous week’s games. Madden will be available as needed for additional consultation.

Madden served as the Raiders’ head coach of from 1969-78, leading the team to a 112-39-7 record and a victory in Super Bowl XI. After coaching, Madden turned into one of the most popular and famous announcers of all time and also produced the largest-selling football video game, which was named after him. He retired from broadcasting on April 16.