Oakland A's rookie catcher is first MLB player to kneel during anthem
OAKLAND, Calif. — Bruce Maxwell of the Oakland Athletics has become the first major league baseball player to kneel during the national anthem.Maxwell dropped to a knee just outside Oakland's dugout on Saturday, adopting a protest started by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in response to police treatment of blacks.
OAKLAND, Calif. — Bruce Maxwell of the Oakland Athletics has become the first major league baseball player to kneel during the national anthem.Maxwell dropped to a knee just outside Oakland's dugout on Saturday, adopting a protest started by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in response to police treatment of blacks.
Trump's comments about anthem draw widespread ire from sports stars
SOMERSET, N.J. — President Donald Trump sharply criticized protests by NFL players for a second straight day and rescinded NBA star Stephen Curry's White House invitation on Saturday in a series of tweets that outraged football and basketball stars and even prompted LeBron James to call the president a "bum."Trump started by announcing that Curry, the immensely popular two-time MVP for the Golden State Warriors, would not be welcome at the White House for the commemorative visit traditionally made by championship teams.
SOMERSET, N.J. — President Donald Trump sharply criticized protests by NFL players for a second straight day and rescinded NBA star Stephen Curry's White House invitation on Saturday in a series of tweets that outraged football and basketball stars and even prompted LeBron James to call the president a "bum."Trump started by announcing that Curry, the immensely popular two-time MVP for the Golden State Warriors, would not be welcome at the White House for the commemorative visit traditionally made by championship teams.
Michael Bennett, others ask NFL to support campaign for racial equality
A group of current and former NFL players has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell for the league's support for their campaign for racial equality and criminal justice reform.Yahoo Sports is reporting the players sent a 10-page memo to Goodell and NFL executive Troy Vincent in August asking for money, political involvement and other commitments from the league.It also asked the NFL to recognize the month of November as activism awareness month.The website reports Wednesday night that Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett, Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins and receiver Torrey Smith, and former NFL receiver Anquan Boldin co-authored the letter.Bennett spoke about the letter during a weekly press conference at the VMAC in Renton.
A group of current and former NFL players has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell for the league's support for their campaign for racial equality and criminal justice reform.Yahoo Sports is reporting the players sent a 10-page memo to Goodell and NFL executive Troy Vincent in August asking for money, political involvement and other commitments from the league.It also asked the NFL to recognize the month of November as activism awareness month.The website reports Wednesday night that Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett, Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins and receiver Torrey Smith, and former NFL receiver Anquan Boldin co-authored the letter.Bennett spoke about the letter during a weekly press conference at the VMAC in Renton.
8-year-old football players kneel during national anthem before game
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Every player on the Cahokia Quarterback Club football team (8 and under) took a knee during the national anthem before a game on Sunday, according to KTVI.“One of the kids asked me if I saw (people) protesting and rioting in St.
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Every player on the Cahokia Quarterback Club football team (8 and under) took a knee during the national anthem before a game on Sunday, according to KTVI.“One of the kids asked me if I saw (people) protesting and rioting in St.
In wake of run-in with police, Michael Bennett continues national anthem protest
GREEN BAY, Wis. – Michael Bennett is officially bringing his protest to the regular season.The Seattle Seahawks defensive end sat during the national anthem before the team’s game at the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, continuing a ritual he employed throughout the preseason.The protest was not surprising, particularly in light of Bennett saying last week that he’d had an ugly run-in with Las Vegas police last month for which he’s considering filing a civil rights lawsuit.As has been the case for much of the preseason, offensive lineman Justin Britt stood by Bennett as the anthem played, and for the second time Cliff Avril sat on the bench as well.Bennett said he feared for his life after the incident in Las Vegas after the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight.“I’m just lucky to be here to be able to speak about it," he said. "At any moment, I could’ve made the wrong decision whether to move, or (if police) felt like I was resisting or doing something wrong, and the Seahawks would be wearing the patch with No. 72 on it,” he said, referencing a common way NFL teams memorialize players they’ve lost.Police disputed Bennett's account of the incident.
GREEN BAY, Wis. – Michael Bennett is officially bringing his protest to the regular season.The Seattle Seahawks defensive end sat during the national anthem before the team’s game at the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, continuing a ritual he employed throughout the preseason.The protest was not surprising, particularly in light of Bennett saying last week that he’d had an ugly run-in with Las Vegas police last month for which he’s considering filing a civil rights lawsuit.As has been the case for much of the preseason, offensive lineman Justin Britt stood by Bennett as the anthem played, and for the second time Cliff Avril sat on the bench as well.Bennett said he feared for his life after the incident in Las Vegas after the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight.“I’m just lucky to be here to be able to speak about it," he said. "At any moment, I could’ve made the wrong decision whether to move, or (if police) felt like I was resisting or doing something wrong, and the Seahawks would be wearing the patch with No. 72 on it,” he said, referencing a common way NFL teams memorialize players they’ve lost.Police disputed Bennett's account of the incident.
LIVE UPDATES: Seattle Seahawks at Green Bay Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. – Much has happened for the Seattle Seahawks in the 239 days since they last played a meaningful football game, and most of it is good.Russell Wilson is healthy again.
GREEN BAY, Wis. – Much has happened for the Seattle Seahawks in the 239 days since they last played a meaningful football game, and most of it is good.Russell Wilson is healthy again.
Bennett and Avril sit and Britt stands by in solidarity during national anthem
SEATTLE – Michael Bennett had some company again as he sat out the national anthem.The Seattle Seahawks’ defensive end sat for the third consecutive preseason game when the Kansas City Chiefs visited CenturyLink Field.This time around, he was joined by Cliff Avril and center Justin Britt again stood at his side.
SEATTLE – Michael Bennett had some company again as he sat out the national anthem.The Seattle Seahawks’ defensive end sat for the third consecutive preseason game when the Kansas City Chiefs visited CenturyLink Field.This time around, he was joined by Cliff Avril and center Justin Britt again stood at his side.
Megan Rapinoe talks Reign FC, National Team, Sounders and Bennett anthem statement on "Q It Up Sports"
Reign FC forward Megan Rapinoe joined Q13 Fox Sports Director Aaron Levine on "Q It Up Sports" Sunday night to talk about a variety of topics, including the Reign's upcoming match against the Portland Thorns FC next Saturday at 1pm at Memorial Stadium.
Reign FC forward Megan Rapinoe joined Q13 Fox Sports Director Aaron Levine on "Q It Up Sports" Sunday night to talk about a variety of topics, including the Reign's upcoming match against the Portland Thorns FC next Saturday at 1pm at Memorial Stadium.
As promised, Michael Bennett sits during national anthem again
SEATTLE – As promised, Michael Bennett sat during the national anthem again.But it wasn’t without some support.As he promised earlier this week, Bennett sat for the Seattle Seahawks’ second consecutive preseason game, as Justin Britt stood by him with a hand on his shoulder and Jeremy Lane stood nearby as the anthem played before the team’s matchup at CenturyLink Field against the Minnesota Vikings.Earlier this week, Bennett said he plans to sit out the anthem “until I see equality and freedom.”Doug Baldwin said this week that he was considering sitting out as well, but apparently decided against it for the time being.
SEATTLE – As promised, Michael Bennett sat during the national anthem again.But it wasn’t without some support.As he promised earlier this week, Bennett sat for the Seattle Seahawks’ second consecutive preseason game, as Justin Britt stood by him with a hand on his shoulder and Jeremy Lane stood nearby as the anthem played before the team’s matchup at CenturyLink Field against the Minnesota Vikings.Earlier this week, Bennett said he plans to sit out the anthem “until I see equality and freedom.”Doug Baldwin said this week that he was considering sitting out as well, but apparently decided against it for the time being.
Justin Britt's roots as a wrestling champ
The Seattle Seahawks’ center won a heavyweight state wrestling title his senior year in high school in Lebanon, Mo., capping off an undefeated season.
The Seattle Seahawks’ center won a heavyweight state wrestling title his senior year in high school in Lebanon, Mo., capping off an undefeated season.
Carroll said he supports Bennett, but 'I think we should all be standing' during anthem
RENTON, Wash. - Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that he doesn’t agree with Michael Bennett’s decision to sit during the national anthem, but does support his right to do so.During his post-practice press conference at the VMAC, Carroll said Bennett’s action before Seattle’s game against the L.A. Chargers on Sunday came as a surprise.“I support the heck out of him and his concerns and issues and all that,” Carroll said. “When it comes to it, I love our country and I think we should stand for our opportunities when the flag is represented.
RENTON, Wash. - Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that he doesn’t agree with Michael Bennett’s decision to sit during the national anthem, but does support his right to do so.During his post-practice press conference at the VMAC, Carroll said Bennett’s action before Seattle’s game against the L.A. Chargers on Sunday came as a surprise.“I support the heck out of him and his concerns and issues and all that,” Carroll said. “When it comes to it, I love our country and I think we should stand for our opportunities when the flag is represented.
NFL's Goodell: Have to understand other side in anthem protests
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Asked about players who did not stand for the national anthem before preseason games, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday that while the playing of the anthem is a special moment to him, "we also have to understand the other side."Goodell made the comments at University of Phoenix Stadium during a 45-minute question-and-answer period with Arizona Cardinals club seat holders.
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Asked about players who did not stand for the national anthem before preseason games, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday that while the playing of the anthem is a special moment to him, "we also have to understand the other side."Goodell made the comments at University of Phoenix Stadium during a 45-minute question-and-answer period with Arizona Cardinals club seat holders.
Seahawks' Michael Bennett plans to continue national anthem protest
CARSON, Calif. -- Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett said Sunday he will sit during the national anthem this season to protest social injustice and segregation.Bennett sat on the visiting bench during "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the Seahawks' preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers, a decision he made prior to protests by white supremacists at the University of Virginia over the weekend.
CARSON, Calif. -- Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett said Sunday he will sit during the national anthem this season to protest social injustice and segregation.Bennett sat on the visiting bench during "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the Seahawks' preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers, a decision he made prior to protests by white supremacists at the University of Virginia over the weekend.
Michael Bennett sits on bench during national anthem; rest of Seahawks link arms
Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett sat on the bench during the national anthem before the team’s game at the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night.
Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett sat on the bench during the national anthem before the team’s game at the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night.
Marshawn Lynch sits during anthem in Raiders loss in Arizona
In his first game in an Oakland Raider uniform, Marshawn Lynch didn't play a down.
In his first game in an Oakland Raider uniform, Marshawn Lynch didn't play a down.
Russell Wilson wants to be a hero to three Seattle sports franchises
The Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl-winning quarterback told Q13 News he’s “passionate” about bringing the SuperSonics back to town, as well as an NHL team.
The Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl-winning quarterback told Q13 News he’s “passionate” about bringing the SuperSonics back to town, as well as an NHL team.
Kam Chancellor: 'I like giving all of me to my teammates'
RENTON, Wash. – Listen to Kam Chancellor talk for a few minutes, and you’ll get a good idea of why he’s arguably the most respected man in the Seattle Seahawks’ locker room.Pay close attention, and you’ll hear him talk about the same thing over and over: His teammates.How much he respects his teammates.The lengths to which he goes to support his teammates.How badly he wants to be there for his teammates.“I always tell people, I want my legacy to be that I want to be known as one of the best teammates you could every play with,” Chancellor said during an exclusive interview with the home of the Seahawks, Q13 FOX. “One of the hardest-playing you’ve ever played with.
RENTON, Wash. – Listen to Kam Chancellor talk for a few minutes, and you’ll get a good idea of why he’s arguably the most respected man in the Seattle Seahawks’ locker room.Pay close attention, and you’ll hear him talk about the same thing over and over: His teammates.How much he respects his teammates.The lengths to which he goes to support his teammates.How badly he wants to be there for his teammates.“I always tell people, I want my legacy to be that I want to be known as one of the best teammates you could every play with,” Chancellor said during an exclusive interview with the home of the Seahawks, Q13 FOX. “One of the hardest-playing you’ve ever played with.
Blair Walsh: 'That kick’s not going to define me'
Blair Walsh has already helped the Seahawks win one game – and a playoff game, at that.
Blair Walsh has already helped the Seahawks win one game – and a playoff game, at that.
Bobby Wagner: 'People say 167 tackles are great, but why not 200?'
Bobby Wagner didn’t just lead the NFL in tackles last year. Wagner had 167 tackles on the season, which is 18 more than second-place Zach Brown’s 149 – a whopping 12 percent better.
Bobby Wagner didn’t just lead the NFL in tackles last year. Wagner had 167 tackles on the season, which is 18 more than second-place Zach Brown’s 149 – a whopping 12 percent better.
What should you expect from Bradley McDougald? 'He’s gonna scrap. He’s gonna fight'
Bradley McDougald is hoping to be the next in a long line of great Seattle Seahawks who had a terrible experience in the NFL draft.
Bradley McDougald is hoping to be the next in a long line of great Seattle Seahawks who had a terrible experience in the NFL draft.