Steelers player who stood for national anthem now has top-selling NFL jersey
Alejandro Villanueva's jersey just became the hottest buy in the NFL.It's the top seller in the league after the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle broke with his team and walked out of the tunnel for the national anthem.The Steelers had decided as a group to stay in the locker room.
Alejandro Villanueva's jersey just became the hottest buy in the NFL.It's the top seller in the league after the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle broke with his team and walked out of the tunnel for the national anthem.The Steelers had decided as a group to stay in the locker room.
Man quits NFL stadium job after players protest during National Anthem
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- An NFL stadium employee quit his job on Sunday after several Buffalo Bills players knelt during the National Anthem.“I waited until the National Anthem ended, I took off my shirt, threw my Bills hat on the ground, walked out,” Erich Nikischer told WGRZ.Nikischer told the station he did not have a problem with players protesting before the anthem, but he became upset when they continued to kneel during the song.“During the National Anthem…the song that is about our country, our veterans that fight and die for us, it's just something I feel you shouldn't disrespect that way.
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- An NFL stadium employee quit his job on Sunday after several Buffalo Bills players knelt during the National Anthem.“I waited until the National Anthem ended, I took off my shirt, threw my Bills hat on the ground, walked out,” Erich Nikischer told WGRZ.Nikischer told the station he did not have a problem with players protesting before the anthem, but he became upset when they continued to kneel during the song.“During the National Anthem…the song that is about our country, our veterans that fight and die for us, it's just something I feel you shouldn't disrespect that way.
97-year-old WWII vet takes a knee in support of protests during National Anthem
WILLARD, Mo. – Hundreds of NFL players showed their solidarity by kneeling or locking arms during the national anthem on Sunday, and a World War II veteran was right there with them.John Middlemas, 97, of Willard, Missouri, ">was the focus of a tweet from his grandson, who wrote that his grandfather wanted to take a knee to show “those kids have every right to protest” in reference to NFL players.#TakeAKnee trended on social media over the weekend after President Trump used profane language and suggested that NFL owners should fire or suspend players who took a knee during the national anthem.
WILLARD, Mo. – Hundreds of NFL players showed their solidarity by kneeling or locking arms during the national anthem on Sunday, and a World War II veteran was right there with them.John Middlemas, 97, of Willard, Missouri, ">was the focus of a tweet from his grandson, who wrote that his grandfather wanted to take a knee to show “those kids have every right to protest” in reference to NFL players.#TakeAKnee trended on social media over the weekend after President Trump used profane language and suggested that NFL owners should fire or suspend players who took a knee during the national anthem.
Sherman: The decision to protest during anthem wasn't spur of the moment
The Seahawks' decision to stay in their locker room during the national anthem Sunday wasn't spur of the moment. In fact, the entire team came to that decision after nearly 4 hours of meetings, according to cornerback Richard Sherman.
The Seahawks' decision to stay in their locker room during the national anthem Sunday wasn't spur of the moment. In fact, the entire team came to that decision after nearly 4 hours of meetings, according to cornerback Richard Sherman.
Commentary: NFL stands united, unified amidst criticism from President Trump
We saw a number of different approaches to the national anthem today – including with the Seahawks.
We saw a number of different approaches to the national anthem today – including with the Seahawks.
Do NFL rules say players must stand during the anthem?
You may have seen it in comment sections across social media Sunday. The so-called “rule” forcing all NFL players to be on the sidelines for the national anthem spread like wildfire.
You may have seen it in comment sections across social media Sunday. The so-called “rule” forcing all NFL players to be on the sidelines for the national anthem spread like wildfire.
Seahawks stay in locker room during national anthem before Titans game
TENNESSEE – The Seattle Seahawks and Tennessee Titans joined in Sunday’s NFL-wide protests, with both teams staying in their respective locker rooms as the anthem played before their game at Nissan Stadium.More than 100 players took a knee on the sidelines during the early round of games Sunday, even as President Trump tweeted a new round of critcism for players who do so, calling for owners to fire or suspend them.The Seahawks released a statement about 20 minutes before kickoff, signed “The Players of the Seattle Seahawks.”“As a team, we have decided we will not participate in the national anthem,” the statement reads. “We will not stand for the injustice that has plagued people of color in this country.
TENNESSEE – The Seattle Seahawks and Tennessee Titans joined in Sunday’s NFL-wide protests, with both teams staying in their respective locker rooms as the anthem played before their game at Nissan Stadium.More than 100 players took a knee on the sidelines during the early round of games Sunday, even as President Trump tweeted a new round of critcism for players who do so, calling for owners to fire or suspend them.The Seahawks released a statement about 20 minutes before kickoff, signed “The Players of the Seattle Seahawks.”“As a team, we have decided we will not participate in the national anthem,” the statement reads. “We will not stand for the injustice that has plagued people of color in this country.
LIVE UPDATES: Seattle Seahawks at Tennessee Titans
SEATTLE – Last year, the Seahawks squeaked by the Miami Dolphins, 12-10, in the opener, lost an ugly one to the Los Angeles Rams, 9-3, then broke out with a 37-18 win over San Francisco in Week 3.The year before that, Seattle lost to the Rams in Week 1 and the Packers in Week 2, then crushed the Bears in Week 3.The Seahawks (1-1) will find out today if this season’s slow start is just their typical early season rust - or perhaps a sign of something more worrisome - when they kick off in Nashville against the Tennessee Titans at 1:05 p.m. Coach Pete Carroll said last week the team would be “competing” on the offensive line and at running back as the week wore on, so a different look on offense is entirely possible as Seattle looks to out-gun mobile quarterback Marcus Mariota and the Titans.Be sure to tune in for exclusive interviews and analysis on the Gameday pregame show at 12:30 p.m., as well as the postgame show on the home of the Seahawks, Q13 FOX.
SEATTLE – Last year, the Seahawks squeaked by the Miami Dolphins, 12-10, in the opener, lost an ugly one to the Los Angeles Rams, 9-3, then broke out with a 37-18 win over San Francisco in Week 3.The year before that, Seattle lost to the Rams in Week 1 and the Packers in Week 2, then crushed the Bears in Week 3.The Seahawks (1-1) will find out today if this season’s slow start is just their typical early season rust - or perhaps a sign of something more worrisome - when they kick off in Nashville against the Tennessee Titans at 1:05 p.m. Coach Pete Carroll said last week the team would be “competing” on the offensive line and at running back as the week wore on, so a different look on offense is entirely possible as Seattle looks to out-gun mobile quarterback Marcus Mariota and the Titans.Be sure to tune in for exclusive interviews and analysis on the Gameday pregame show at 12:30 p.m., as well as the postgame show on the home of the Seahawks, Q13 FOX.
Steelers will stay in locker room for anthem
The Pittsburgh Steelers have decided to stay in their locker room for the national anthem before their game against the Chicago Bears, coach Mike Tomlin has told CBS.The move was apparently in reaction to President Donald Trump's suggestion that NFL owners fire players who kneel for the national anthem.Several players from the Jaguars and Ravens decided to kneel in the first NFL game of the day in London.Then Tomlin said his players would not be on the sideline at Soldier Field in Chicago for the anthem.The Seattle Seahawks released a statement Saturday night supporting their players’ use of free speech.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have decided to stay in their locker room for the national anthem before their game against the Chicago Bears, coach Mike Tomlin has told CBS.The move was apparently in reaction to President Donald Trump's suggestion that NFL owners fire players who kneel for the national anthem.Several players from the Jaguars and Ravens decided to kneel in the first NFL game of the day in London.Then Tomlin said his players would not be on the sideline at Soldier Field in Chicago for the anthem.The Seattle Seahawks released a statement Saturday night supporting their players’ use of free speech.
At least 100 NFL players kneel during national anthem
NFL players used the national anthem to show their defiance to President Donald Trump's criticism, with at least 100 players kneeling or sitting in protest and one team staying in the locker room.Most teams in the early afternoon games locked arms in solidarity.
NFL players used the national anthem to show their defiance to President Donald Trump's criticism, with at least 100 players kneeling or sitting in protest and one team staying in the locker room.Most teams in the early afternoon games locked arms in solidarity.
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.