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Please help update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. Those who chose not to stand were required to remain in the locker room. "[73] However, his protest began the day following Veterans Day, so he received criticism. He added that "it is disgraceful that anybody would use that as a time to protest". [164], On September 2, 2016, a football player at Brunswick High School in Ohio knelt during the national anthem after he heard his teammates saying "nigger". 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[245], The September 2016 police shootings of Terence Crutcher and Keith Lamont Scott bolstered support for his protest. Jacksonville, Florida The Jaguars issued a statement on their decision. They continued to kneel before every game while playing out the delayed end of last season. The visiting Pittsburgh Steelers stood with linked arms hoisting an anti-racism sign while some raised their fists. Beginning in 2011, the Denver Broncos then-quarterback Tim [31] Kaepernick was initially moved to protest by the deaths of African-Americans at the hands of police or while in police custody. Maybe you shouldnt be in the country. Flag, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem Etiquette", "N.F.L. [189], Matt Kemp was the only member of the Colorado Rockies to kneel during the national anthem before their game against the Texas Rangers. August 1, 2022 @2:27pm (Updated: December 27, 2022 @6:23pm)by Darrelle Lincoln SANTA CLARA, CA OCTOBER 23: Colin Kaepernick #7 of the San Opinion on NFL players kneeling during national anthem in the U.S. 2020, by age Players with most passing touchdowns in NFL history 2022; Players in NFL history with most receiving yards 2022; "[123], Eight players on the Carolina Panthers including Teddy Bridgewater and Robby Anderson knelt while others locked arms and raised fists. [109], Kenny Stills who was traded to the Houston Texans continue to kneel during the playing of the anthem. [185], Miami Marlins players wore Black Lives Matter shirts during warmups before their game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Maybe you shouldn't be in the country". He loves to play and watch sports. [241] On September 20, 2016, Kaepernick also stated that he received death threats primarily through social media. NFL Players Gather at Midfield to Take a Knee - Then They Bow Their Heads. Eminem takes a knee at the Super Bowl 2022 halftime show. [169] The two players did not receive any punishment for their protest. [45] In August, after the shooting of Jacob Blake, a black man, Goodell said that he wished the NFL had listened earlier to Kaepernick's reasons for kneeling.[296]. [225], Oklahoma state representative Sean Roberts warned the Oklahoma City Thunder that if they kneel, he will reexamine their tax benefits. [131], Malcolm Jenkins was the only player on the New Orleans Saints that protested. WebThe 2022 USFL regular season will begin April 16 and run through mid-June, followed by the playoffs. When asked about their reasons, the team collectively responded that they took a knee as a way to protest for the excessive use of police brutality against minorities, especially against African Americans. Some believe it salutes military and police officers who have died on duty; for others, it honors the United States generally. Mookie Betts was the lone member of the Los Angeles Dodgers to protest. Four years after Colin Kaepernick began kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice, NFL players and clubs utilized the opportunity to make remarks once more. [200] However, in the wake of the George Floyd protests, NBA commissioner Adam Silver reversed his stance, stating that he respects "teams' unified act of peaceful protest for social justice and under these unique circumstances will not enforce [the] long-standing rule requiring standing during the playing of our national anthem."[201]. [210], On August 3, 2020, Ryan Reaves and Robin Lehner of the Vegas Golden Knights and Tyler Seguin and Jason Dickinson of the Dallas Stars knelt during both the American and Canadian national anthems. Harris was also highly touted college athlete, and prior to the 2015 NFL draft, he was forecasted to go as early as the 2nd round, or as late as the 7th round, and he would likely be the 4th Safety picked. Because of that, Holly realized he was more than just an athlete. [271], Stevie Wonder knelt during the 2017 Global Citizen Festival on September 23, saying "Tonight, I'm taking a knee for America". [105] The Eagles were the second sports franchise that Trump had uninvited, joining the 2017 National Basketball Association (NBA) champion Golden State Warriors, whose visit was cancelled after several players publicly declined to attend. The NBA later stepped in and forced him to retract his statement, reinforcing their policy that all teams are required to play the national anthem in the future. I'm not a political person that much, but I got common sense. [115] The two teams later joined together at midfield for a moment of unity and silence, while social justice messages were displayed. While those discussions continue, the NFL has agreed to delay implementing or enforcing any club work rules that could result in players being disciplined for their conduct during the performance of the anthem. Do the NFL kneelers do more for their cause than just kneel? Yes, they absolutely do. Doing so could result in losing your job. There has been at least one exception to the rule, however. He's fired! During the national anthem, both teams stood with Indians players placing their left arms over each other's shoulders. [45] On June 3, quarterback Drew Brees reiterated his opinion against the national anthem protests, generating considerable criticism, including from his teammates. "The big thing that hit me through all this was this is a backup quarterback whose job is to be quiet, and sit in the shadows and get the starter ready to play Week 1," Dilfer said on Sunday NFL Countdown. "I don't desecrate my flag and my national anthem. "[242] Boxer Floyd Mayweather criticized Kaepernick, stating, "You know, a lot of times, we get stuck, and we are followers. To me, this is much bigger than football and it would be selfish to look the other way. [30], Criminal justice reform is one of the top issues that NFL players have been supporting in their protests. [273] The same day Sonequa Martin-Green posted in her Instagram account a picture of several members from Star Trek: Discovery's cast alongside producer Akiva Goldsman and herself kneeling. 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Cattani later apologized, on June 3, to his fellow officers for his "horrible decision", stating that he had not thought of the "consequence" of his action, which was not specified; that having knelt "goes against every principle and value that I stand for", and that his kneeling had ruined his "reputation as a good cop". "[255] NASCAR released a statement on September 25 in response to the protests that said, "Sports are a unifying influence in our society, bringing people of differing backgrounds and beliefs together. [156] There have been almost no such incidents involving college football players, for the simple reason that college players and coaches are typically in the locker room when the anthem is played. Eric Reid of the Carolina Panthers continues to kneel and says he will continue to do so in the future. He experienced both a lot of highs, and endured a lot of lows in his career. [13][19] The antagonistic response to kneeling is raised in spite of the fact that kneeling is a demonstration of reverence, submissiveness, and deference,[20] in contrast with the interpretation that kneeling is offensive to those who are honored by the anthem. [270] The decline in ratings have had a huge impact on the ad revenue from major television companies, especially CBS and Fox. Will the Jacksonville Jaguars become the first NFL team to sit or stand during the national anthem? "[280] Despite being police officers, the NBPA defends Kaepernick's actions because they feel that the issue of race must be addressed in order to tackle the ongoing issue. "[294], Since passing the new national anthem policy in May 2018, the policy was put on hold in July 2018. [50] In the games immediately following Trump's statements, the protest gained broader participation when over 200 players sat or knelt during the anthem, others linked arms with their teammates or raised fists, and three teams chose to stay in the locker room for the anthem. It required players to be on the sideline but only stated that players should, not must, stand during the national anthem. If Americans truly want the NFL kneeling to stop, the best way to begin is to properly address the issue of police brutality and the systemic oppression in this country and to continue to put public pressure on our government to change the system. Until that happens, prepare to have your football slightly interrupted. National Anthem", "What must Americans do during the anthem? "We chose to kneel because it's a respectful gesture. [176], Prior to each game on opening day, players knelt in unison while holding a black rope. [174], The following day, Cincinnati Reds players Phillip Ervin, Joey Votto, Amir Garrett and Alex Blandino all knelt. Reid is the first player on the Carolina Panthers to kneel during the playing of the national anthem. "On the field, I'm going to continue to do what I do play hard. He added, "I believe that taking a knee during the National Anthem is just another way for me to show my support for those who have been oppressed. Rubio tweeted, "No @NFL player does more community service than @KStills of the @MiamiDolphins. [23] Torrey Smith, ex-wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers, had said in an interview: "I understand why people are offended by people protesting the National Anthem. [203][204], Miami Heat player Meyers Leonard also chose to stand with his hand over his heart. [140] U.S. Soccer proceeded to pass a policy that required all of its players to stand "respectfully" during the national anthem, making it the first American sports league or governing body to do so.[141]. 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Only two players from these teams came out to stand for the anthem: defensive back Jeremy Ross of the Jets and Jack Crawford of the Dolphins. Du Bois Medal at Harvard University during the Hutchins Center Honors sponsored by the Hutchins Center for African & African American Research. [107] The following day, Trump tweeted that players should be suspended for one game the first time kneeling, and for the entire season without pay after a second offense.[108]. In May, Trump threatened to remove football league sponsorship deals if its players didn't stop kneeling during the anthem. To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. But the military is involved in the playing of the anthem. [207], The Boston Bruins planned on linking arms during the playing of both the American and Canadian national anthems when the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs began. Max Muncy and Cody Bellinger stood next to Betts with their hands on his shoulders. [118], The Miami Dolphins remained in the locker room prior to playing the home team New England Patriots who were the only team to not protest in any manner. [106], On July 19, the NFL and the players association issued a joint statement that "no rules relating to the anthem will be issued for the next several weeks." The poem was then set to music later that year by John Stafford Smith. After six seasons in Minnesota, Harris was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2021. He wrote the poem while in captivity aboard a British ship after the battle had ended. [231] John Schnatter of sponsor Papa John's Pizza blamed the protests for a drop in sales and a 24% fall in stock during 2017, saying that the "controversy is polarizing the customer, polarizing the country". On October 1, at East Carolina University, about 19 members of the band knelt, while about another two held the American flag during the national anthem at the beginning of the football game against the University of Central Florida. [257][258] Hill was later put on a two-week suspension for "a second violation of our social media guidelines", after Hill suggested people direct their disagreements towards advertisers of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, after Jones stated he would bench any player who protested the national anthem on October 9, 2017. [211], At the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, team fencing gold medalist Race Imboden knelt and women's hammer throw champion Gwen Berry raised a fist on the awards stand during the American national anthem.[212][213]. [135], On September 17, 2020, the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns stood together with arms linked. hide. The visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers linked arms. This was the first time that any member of the Vikings did so. WebThe 2022 USFL regular season will begin April 16 and run through mid-June, followed by the playoffs. [170], On September 23, 2017, Bruce Maxwell of the Oakland Athletics knelt during the national anthem, becoming the first MLB player to join the protest. [178], The New York Yankees and Washington Nationals both knelt during pregame demonstrations before standing during the anthem.[179]. But NFL reps denied the league had any differences with Eminem before his performance. 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[40] The camps include legal education from attorneys that give advice on how to interact with police when being detained and lectures from prominent academics on the history of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. "[171][172] Maxwell received a standing ovation from A's fans before his first at-bat following his protest. The National Anthem provides our clubs and fans an important and time-honored opportunity to salute our country and stand up for its principles -- whether in the United States or in Canada. He has a degree in sports management from California Polytechnic State University which he got in 2014. [64], Kaepernick and Marshall were by no means the first pro football players to be seen kneeling on the field. "[24], Kaepernick has said on numerous occasions that the sole purpose of kneeling during the national anthem is not to disrespect the military personnel at all, but rather that his goal is to use his social platform to bring topics regarding police brutality and oppression of people of color to light. The entire Seattle Seahawks team stood and interlocked arms. "[142] MLS to date, has yet to encounter national anthem protests. Biggio explained that he did it to help other kneeling players who were afraid to do so. That doesn't protect him, just because he served our country. Trump stated he would love to see NFL owners say, "get that son of a bitch off the field right now, out, he's fired. There have been attempts by some owners to get their players to stop protesting during the anthem, but so far these efforts have failed miserably. [71] At the same time, a group of Jacksonville Jaguars players, led by cornerback Prince Amukamara, initially planned to join the protest but chose not to do so after photographs of Kaepernick wearing socks with a crude anti-police message during training camp were made public. A Clemson University research paper found that Russian bots played a role in amplifying the controversy over kneeling during the national anthem. It has caused friction. [267] However, during the 2016 and 2017 seasons ratings were down by 8% and 9.7% respectively. The Vikings' Gjallarhorn was not blown to call attention to "silenced voices. John Stone is a sport enthusiast. [155] After his protest, the player received racial threats. [112], After the creation of a video featuring NFL players, among them incumbent Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes, asking the league to address racial inequalities following the May murder of George Floyd, commissioner Roger Goodell released a video of his own condemning racism and apologizing for the NFL's handling of previous protests. Jonathan Isaac of the Orlando Magic has been one of the only NBA players to stand during the anthem, citing his faith as the reason why he did not kneel. While Rubio's objections were not aimed directly at President Trump, he did support the rights of players of kneeling during the national anthem, especially Miami Dolphins player Kenny Stills. Do you have to stand for the national anthem? [61] Seattle Seahawks player Jeremy Lane also did not stand for the anthem during his final preseason game the same day, stating, "It's something I plan to keep on doing until justice is being served. [275], The X-Files actors Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny posted a photo on Twitter of themselves kneeling with arms locked on September 26.[276]. Middleton also raised his fist while kneeling. The players took a knee to protest the pro-confederate rally that was happening on campus at the time. [144] The initial reaction of the DFB, the governing body for association football in Germany, was to announce an investigation into on-field protests. 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