During Monday Night Football, the Washington Redskins locked arms and stood for the national anthem.
The Redskins all stood for the National Anthem , one week after seven kneeled. They did... https://t.co/3no4hVYbdD pic.twitter.com/pXTy2OfYha
— John Keim (@john_keim) October 3, 2017
This statement comes one week after seven Washington players took a knee during the national anthem.
On the other side of the field, Chiefs cornerback Marcus Peters and linebacker Ukeme Eligwe sat during the national anthem.
Two Chiefs, Marcus Peters & Ukeme Eligwe, sat for the National Anthem tonight pic.twitter.com/Bls1n7knfv
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) October 3, 2017
Chiefs cornerback Marcus Peters sat during the national anthem, as he has done throughout the season pic.twitter.com/roTfsPg0aU
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) October 3, 2017
The NFL protests continue after President Donald Trump made comments about the NFL and its players.
If a player wants the privilege of making millions of dollars in the NFL,or other leagues, he or she should not be allowed to disrespect....
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 23, 2017
...our Great American Flag (or Country) and should stand for the National Anthem. If not, YOU'RE FIRED. Find something else to do!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 23, 2017