Associated Press journalists counted 18 NFL players protesting during the national anthem before games on Sunday. Miami Dolphins players Julius Thomas, Michael Thomas and Kenny Stills knelt during the anthem before Sunday night’s game against the Raiders. Coach Adam Gase had established a team rule requiring players either to stand for the anthem or stay in the tunnel. He’s the reason that we’re having these discussions with the NFL,” Reid said. On Sept. 24, however, more than 200 players protested after President Donald Trump said owners should fire any players who didn’t stand for the anthem.

Source: National Post November 05, 2017 23:37 UTC