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Roger Goodell wants Colin Kaepernick to 'guide' the league on social justice
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:34 pm
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:34 pm
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday that he hopes former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick will help "guide" the league on issues pertaining to social justice.
The commissioner also said during the interview with ESPN's Mike Greenberg that he would "support" and "encourage" a team signing the controversial signal caller to its roster.
Kaepernick has not played in the league since 2016 when he was released by the 49ers following the season after losing his starting job to Blaine Gabbert. During that same season, he ignited controversy by kneeling during the national anthem at the start of games to protest racial injustice and police brutality in the United States.
"Well, listen, if he wants to resume his career in the NFL, then obviously it's going to take a team to make that decision," Goodell said. "But I welcome that, support a club making that decision and encourage them to do that.
"If his efforts are not on the field but continuing to work in this space, we welcome him to that table and to help us, guide us, help us make better decisions about the kinds of things that need to be done in the communities," Goodell continued. "We have invited him in before, and we want to make sure that everybody's welcome at that table and trying to help us deal with some very complex, difficult issues that have been around for a long time."
Goodell appears to be toeing the line as favorability toward Kaepernick's kneeling movement has jumped significantly since the death of George Floyd, who died after former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes.
A majority of Americans, 52%, now believe it is OK for NFL players to protest by kneeling during the anthem — up by nearly double since Kaepernick's time in the league.
As protests and riots erupted across the country over Floyd's death and Kaepernick's kneeling movement gained support, Goodell looked to make amends with the black community.
Earlier this month, Goodell released a video apologizing for the NFL's failure to listen to players regarding racial inequality.
"We, the National Football League, believe black lives matter," Goodell said in the video. "I personally protest with you and want to be part of the much-needed change in this country."
However, according to ESPN, after the video was released, the commissioner was slammed for not mentioning Kaepernick by name.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday that he hopes former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick will help "guide" the league on issues pertaining to social justice.
The commissioner also said during the interview with ESPN's Mike Greenberg that he would "support" and "encourage" a team signing the controversial signal caller to its roster.
Kaepernick has not played in the league since 2016 when he was released by the 49ers following the season after losing his starting job to Blaine Gabbert. During that same season, he ignited controversy by kneeling during the national anthem at the start of games to protest racial injustice and police brutality in the United States.
"Well, listen, if he wants to resume his career in the NFL, then obviously it's going to take a team to make that decision," Goodell said. "But I welcome that, support a club making that decision and encourage them to do that.
"If his efforts are not on the field but continuing to work in this space, we welcome him to that table and to help us, guide us, help us make better decisions about the kinds of things that need to be done in the communities," Goodell continued. "We have invited him in before, and we want to make sure that everybody's welcome at that table and trying to help us deal with some very complex, difficult issues that have been around for a long time."
Goodell appears to be toeing the line as favorability toward Kaepernick's kneeling movement has jumped significantly since the death of George Floyd, who died after former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes.
A majority of Americans, 52%, now believe it is OK for NFL players to protest by kneeling during the anthem — up by nearly double since Kaepernick's time in the league.
As protests and riots erupted across the country over Floyd's death and Kaepernick's kneeling movement gained support, Goodell looked to make amends with the black community.
Earlier this month, Goodell released a video apologizing for the NFL's failure to listen to players regarding racial inequality.
"We, the National Football League, believe black lives matter," Goodell said in the video. "I personally protest with you and want to be part of the much-needed change in this country."
However, according to ESPN, after the video was released, the commissioner was slammed for not mentioning Kaepernick by name.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:36 pm to Crimson Wraith
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A majority of Americans, 52%, now believe it is OK for NFL players to protest by kneeling during the anthem
Does that include fans? I can't imagine many soy boys are football (unless soccer) fans.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:37 pm to Crimson Wraith
This is unreal. Unreal.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:37 pm to Crimson Wraith
Can’t wait for the season to start
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:37 pm to HeadSlash
Taking a knee is one thing. This is way over the top and will drive fans away.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:38 pm to Crimson Wraith
I always love how Corporations, CEOs, celebrities say they want to see "change" but they never say specifically what change they want or how to achieve it.
"Listening" isn't change.
"Protesting" isn't change.
Virtue signalling isn't change.
So what specifically does Gooddell want to change about his organization that makes many blacks very wealthy.
"Listening" isn't change.
"Protesting" isn't change.
Virtue signalling isn't change.
So what specifically does Gooddell want to change about his organization that makes many blacks very wealthy.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:40 pm to Crimson Wraith
Why this bitch?
You could create a committee - Warren Moon, Doug Williams, Rodney Peete, Donovan McNabb and Randall Cunningham . You know, successful black quarterbacks.
You could create a committee - Warren Moon, Doug Williams, Rodney Peete, Donovan McNabb and Randall Cunningham . You know, successful black quarterbacks.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:41 pm to ibldprplgld
He really doesn’t really want any changes, just the illusion of them changing to have the appearance of changing. Just like the Democratic Party lip service.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:42 pm to Crimson Wraith
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This post was edited on 1/11/21 at 12:43 am
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:42 pm to Crimson Wraith
Almighty dollar wins.
Corporate sponsors have spoken.
It will be the downfall of the nfl.
Kapernick wearing Castro shirts will be the norm for young kids. And calling out the country and flag for being racist.
Corporate sponsors have spoken.
It will be the downfall of the nfl.
Kapernick wearing Castro shirts will be the norm for young kids. And calling out the country and flag for being racist.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:43 pm to Ace Midnight
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Why this bitch?
Not a half black militant SJW.
Love warren moon. He’d be great
This post was edited on 6/16/20 at 4:48 pm
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:44 pm to Crimson Wraith
Like a Dane would guide a Saxon in civility.
Perfect
Perfect
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:44 pm to Crimson Wraith
I watch football because I love watching football.
I don’t want the players, coaches or commentators lecturing me about politics are social issues. If I wdd as noted that I’d turn in CNN, Fox News, or the Catholic Network.
Goodell and the owners have to be scared of something to go along with this BS. As the rules change to speed games up, I bet we see more and more pregame, in game and post game diversions with the Kaepernicks of pro sports.
I don’t want the players, coaches or commentators lecturing me about politics are social issues. If I wdd as noted that I’d turn in CNN, Fox News, or the Catholic Network.
Goodell and the owners have to be scared of something to go along with this BS. As the rules change to speed games up, I bet we see more and more pregame, in game and post game diversions with the Kaepernicks of pro sports.
Posted on 6/16/20 at 4:45 pm to Crimson Wraith
What happens if they decide to take knees during the game. 4th and 1, he takes a knee, throws fist in the air?
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