Draymond Green On Protesting NFL Players: ‘I’m Happy The Conversation Has Been Started And Actions Are Being Taken’

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The first Sunday of the NFL season was highlighted by close contests and players from the Dolphins, Patriots and Chiefs protesting during the National Anthem.

Following the Dolphins loss to the Seahawks, Dolphins owner Steven Ross spoke with the media about the players’ protest and publicly supported them. Upon seeing what Ross had to say, Draymond Green turned to Twitter and applauded Mr. Ross for his comments while also saying that he is “happy the conversation has started and actions are being taken.”

Check out Mr. Ross’ comments and Draymond’s tweets:

Dolphins owner Steve Ross spoke with players before their protest, and supports their decision. pic.twitter.com/wWnqYCPWeu

— Omar Kelly (@OmarKelly) September 11, 2016

Just watched Mr. Steve Ross interview and that was as about well said as I"ve seen on this topic. As opposed to criticizing players,

— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016

he actually supported because of the actual message that is being sent. So many people want to ignore the message and judge the action.

— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016

I applaud Mr. Ross on what he said today but it comes as no surprise as he created RISE a year ago trying to bring awareness to this issue.

— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016

I"m Happy the conversation has been started and actions are being taken. https://t.co/w99xH09rnL

— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016

Green is now the third Warriors player to publicly support the protesting NBA players. Over the weekend, Kevin Durant said he is “behind anyone who stands up for what they believe in” when asked about Colin Kaepernick and last week, reigning MVP Steph Curry told reporters that he applauds the quarterback for taking a stand.

 

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‘I’m Not Against America’: Denver Broncos Linebacker Brandon Marshall Takes Knee During National Anthem

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DENVER (TheBlaze/AP) — Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall, a college teammate of 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, took to a knee during the playing of the national anthem before Denver’s season opener against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday.

Denver Broncos inside linebacker Brandon Marshall kneels on the sideline during the National Anthem prior to a game against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Kaepernick refused to stand for the anthem during San Francisco’s preseason games, explaining it was to protest racial oppression and police brutality in the United States.

Marshall sounded a similar theme after Denver’s 21-20 win.

“I’m not against the military, I’m not against America,” he said. “I’m against social injustice.”

Kaepernick’s gesture opened a wide debate and put the microscope on a pregame tradition that has, for decades, been routine.

Marshall was standing with his hand over his heart during the anthem before a preseason game on Aug. 20.

He made no mention of his plans for Thursday’s opener but shortly after the large American flag was unfurled, the fifth-year linebacker out of Nevada went to the end of a long row of Broncos and took a knee.

“I prayed about it,” Marshall said after the game, “and I felt like God led me.”

Broncos Super Bowl MVP Von Miller said he supported Kaepernick, too. “I’m not going to kneel for the national anthem, but I feel it should be a change. His actions really brought the topic, brought it into the conversation. I’m with Colin all the way.”

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