Seahawks teammates throw support behind Michael Bennett
RENTON, Wash. -- Cliff Avril said he'd never seen teammate and friend Michael Bennett as shaken as he was in the early hours of Aug. 27 in Las Vegas."When I actually walked up and he opened the door I was like 'Whoa, they really did get after you a little bit.
Las Vegas police reject Bennett's claim of racial profiling, say he ran from cops before incident
LAS VEGAS -- Police say Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett ran from officers searching for what they believed was an active shooter inside a Las Vegas Strip casino before he was stopped at gunpoint and handcuffed for questioning.Bennett wasn't arrested during the encounter with police outside the Cromwell casino in the early morning hours of Aug. 27, after the Aug. 26 boxing match between Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Michael Bennett: Cops drew guns on me for 'simply being a black man'
Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett says he went through a terrifying experience with Las Vegas police after the Mayweather-McGregor fight.Bennett posted a letter on Twitter and Instagram Wednesday saying police officers targeted him and used excessive force during a chaotic situation on Aug. 26.Bennett says he was leaving the fight and heading back to the hotel (on his day off) when people heard what sounded like shots fired."Like many of the people in the area I ran away from the sound, looking for safety.
Michael Bennett announces $25,000 donation to Houston victims
Michael Bennett said Thursday he’s donating to victims of Hurricane Harvey, and encouraged fans to do the same.Bennett, who grew up in the Houston area, tweeted a video in which said he’s going to donate $25,000.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Seahawks Michael Bennett says his book is not about his sports journey but a 'reflection of America'
At a recent press conference, the Seahawks defensive end announced the title, Things That Make White People Uncomfortable.
Bennett talks Kaepernick, Wilson and 'Things That Make White People Uncomfortable'
SEATTLE – Yes, Michael Bennett thinks Colin Kaepernick is unemployed because of race and politics.Yes, he likes Russell Wilson just fine.And yes, he spent part of his offseason working on a book called “Things That Make White People Uncomfortable.”Bennett wasted little time in his first press conference of Seattle Seahawks minicamp tackling a number of controversial topics that have swirled around the team in the offseason, including applauding coach Pete Carroll for taking a long look at Kaepernick even as the rest of the NFL decided it wanted little to do with the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback.“There is no logical explanation,” Bennett said. “There’s the elephant in the room why Kaepernick isn’t signed, and I think most people know why.
Seahawks DE Michael Bennett - inspired by Chance the Rapper - to donate all 2017 endorsement money
SEATTLE -- As if we needed another reason to love Michael Bennett.The Seahawks star defensive end announced Thursday he will donate all of his 2017 endorsement earnings to rebuild minority communities.Bennett, an outspoken proponent of charitable causes, told TV One host Roland Martin that Chance The Rapper's decision to donate $1 million to Chicago Public Schools spurred him to do something similar."I was inspired by Chance The Rapper to 'think bigger' when he pledged one million dollars to Chicago kids and their school system," Bennett told Martin. "So, I'll be joining him by investing in the future of our youth."
Michael Bennett: 'Why I stand with the Women's Strike'
Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett is known for having opinions and sharing them.On Wednesday, he penned an essay for The Players' Tribune titled "Why I Stand with the Women's Strike."Bennett explained why he is standing in "unconditional solidarity with the women’s strike on International Women’s Day, March 8."Here is an excerpt:
Michael Bennett: 'A critic is somebody that can’t do something'
SEATTLE -- Michael Bennett's daughter doesn't necessarily want the Seattle Seahawks to beat the Atlanta Falcons on Saturday.He thinks they will anyway.In an exclusive one-on-one interview with Q13 News' Aaron Levine, the Seahawks' defensive end talked about why he's done with his sack chance, what his daughters think will happen this weekend, and why Bennett spends very little time caring what critics think.Saturday's game kicks off at 1:35 p.m., but coverage begins at 6 a.m. on the home of the Seahawks, Q13 FOX and JOEtv.If you sack Matt Ryan, will you say anything to him?I don’t think so.
'My Zen is an everyday practice:' The 6 best things Michael Bennett said
SEATTLE - Michael Bennett’s press conference are always part philosophy, part insight and part performance art.Tuesday, he took the podium at the VMAC as the Seahawks prepare to play the Atlanta Falcons next Saturday at the Georgia Dome at 1:35 p.m. (Coverage begins at 6 a.m. on the home of the Seahawks, Q13 FOX.)Here are the six best things Bennett said Tuesday.On playing against the best possible competition:“I prefer to go up against a terrible team because it makes the game a lot easier.”On whether he’s still mad at Falcons defensive tackle for the cut block that injured Bennett this season:“I’m angry every day, but I don’t have any reason to be angry these days.On Bennett saying last summer that he wants to achieve inner peace:“… My Zen is an everyday practice.
The 6 most entertaining things Michael Bennett said today
SEATTLE - If his press conference Tuesday was any indication, Michael Bennett is in playoff form.The Seattle Seahawks defensive end touched on everything from the acceptable number of pumps in a post-sack dance to Roger Goodell to his forgettable days with the Tampa Bay Buccanneers.As you endure the long wait before the Seahawks play host to the Detroit Lions on Saturday at 5:15 p.m. (our Gameday pregame coverage begins at 3 p.m.), here are the six most memorable things Bennett said Tuesday.On what his hoodie said:“Three pumps is a fine, two pump is a baby.”On how well the hoodie is selling:“Sales are going through the roof.”On why he’s selling the hoodies in the first place:“Setting up for my post-playing career.”On whether he’s talked to commissioner Roger Goodell about the fine the hoodie is referring to:“It’s kinda hard to get in touch with Goodell.
Michael Bennett reaches 3-year contract extension with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. -- Defensive end Michael Bennett has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks.Bennett's agent Doug Hendrickson first tweeted about the agreement Friday morning.
Seahawk Santa aka Michael Bennett surprises kids at Christmas fundraiser
Seahawks' Michael Bennett put on a blue and green outfit Sunday, but it wasn't for the big game.
The 7 most Michael Bennett things Michael Bennett said today
RENTON, Wash. – Michael Bennett was in rare form at his press conference Wednesday.After missing five games following arthroscopic knee surgery last month, coach Pete Carroll said would practice Wednesday and is on track to return Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.If nothing else, Bennett’s personality emerged intact.