NFL opts not to react to President Trump's anthem kneel 'rule' tweet
WASHINGTON — No matter what challenges his administration faces, President Donald Trump is keeping up his running commentary on the NFL — tweeting Tuesday about the football league's TV ratings and suggesting it bar players from kneeling during the national anthem.The NFL, for its part, was not all that eager to continue the back-and-forth with President Trump."He's exercising his freedom to speak," league spokesman Joe Lockhart said on a conference call with reporters, "and I'm exercising my freedom not to react."Asked about the possibility of the NFL punishing players or league employees for actions during the pregame anthems, Lockhart said: "I will leave the hypotheticals and the speculation to others.
WASHINGTON — No matter what challenges his administration faces, President Donald Trump is keeping up his running commentary on the NFL — tweeting Tuesday about the football league's TV ratings and suggesting it bar players from kneeling during the national anthem.The NFL, for its part, was not all that eager to continue the back-and-forth with President Trump."He's exercising his freedom to speak," league spokesman Joe Lockhart said on a conference call with reporters, "and I'm exercising my freedom not to react."Asked about the possibility of the NFL punishing players or league employees for actions during the pregame anthems, Lockhart said: "I will leave the hypotheticals and the speculation to others.
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is asking fans to link arms before the Bears game
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is asking football fans to link arms at Lambeau Field before the game against the Chicago Bears, according to ESPN writer Rob Demovsky.In a tweet posted on Tuesday, September 26th, Rodgers said, "This is about equality.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is asking football fans to link arms at Lambeau Field before the game against the Chicago Bears, according to ESPN writer Rob Demovsky.In a tweet posted on Tuesday, September 26th, Rodgers said, "This is about equality.
"Equality in this country:" Packers WR Jordy Nelson weighs in on recent protests in the NFL
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson is weighing in on the recent protests involving the national anthem.Nelson spoke exclusively with FOX6's Kaitlin Sharkey in Green Bay on Tuesday, September 26th.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson is weighing in on the recent protests involving the national anthem.Nelson spoke exclusively with FOX6's Kaitlin Sharkey in Green Bay on Tuesday, September 26th.
Nielsen: Football ratings off 11 percent this year
NEW YORK — Through three weeks, viewership for national telecasts of NFL games is down 11 percent this season compared to 2016, the Nielsen company said on Tuesday.Nielsen said the games averaged 17.63 million viewers for the first three weeks of last season, and have dipped to 15.77 million this year.
NEW YORK — Through three weeks, viewership for national telecasts of NFL games is down 11 percent this season compared to 2016, the Nielsen company said on Tuesday.Nielsen said the games averaged 17.63 million viewers for the first three weeks of last season, and have dipped to 15.77 million this year.
NFL, Facebook enter 2-year joint venture for video, content
NEW YORK — The NFL and Facebook have announced a two-year deal to deliver official NFL video and other content to fans.The league says in a statement Tuesday it will publish NFL Game Recaps and official highlights from all regular-season games starting this week, along with the playoffs and Super Bowl.NFL Media will distribute content from its production arm, NFL Films, on Facebook's Watch platform.
NEW YORK — The NFL and Facebook have announced a two-year deal to deliver official NFL video and other content to fans.The league says in a statement Tuesday it will publish NFL Game Recaps and official highlights from all regular-season games starting this week, along with the playoffs and Super Bowl.NFL Media will distribute content from its production arm, NFL Films, on Facebook's Watch platform.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones joins team to kneel before anthem
The Dallas Cowboys team, including owner Jerry Jones, knelt on the field before the national anthem was played during the Monday Night Football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Arizona.The demonstration was intended as a statement for equality and a representation of unity, according to ESPN's sideline reporter Lisa Salters.During the national anthem, the teams, in separate locations on the field, both stood with arms linked or holding hands.No member of either team was shown in the televised broadcast kneeling or sitting during the anthem.
The Dallas Cowboys team, including owner Jerry Jones, knelt on the field before the national anthem was played during the Monday Night Football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Arizona.The demonstration was intended as a statement for equality and a representation of unity, according to ESPN's sideline reporter Lisa Salters.During the national anthem, the teams, in separate locations on the field, both stood with arms linked or holding hands.No member of either team was shown in the televised broadcast kneeling or sitting during the anthem.
NFL's most storied rivalry: Packers, Bears to break tie in longtime series on Thursday
GREEN BAY -- It's the oldest rivalry in the NFL -- and the next chapter will be written at Lambeau Field on Thursday, September 28th.
GREEN BAY -- It's the oldest rivalry in the NFL -- and the next chapter will be written at Lambeau Field on Thursday, September 28th.
97-year-old WWII vet takes a knee in support of National Anthem protests
WILLARD, Mo. – Hundreds of NFL players showed their solidarity by kneeling or locking arms during the national anthem on Sunday, and a World War II veteran was right there with them.John Middlemas, 97, of Willard, Missouri, was the focus of a tweet from his grandson, who wrote that his grandfather wanted to take a knee to show “those kids have every right to protest” in reference to NFL players.#TakeAKnee trended on social media over the weekend after President Trump used profane language and suggested that NFL owners should fire or suspend players who took a knee during the national anthem.
WILLARD, Mo. – Hundreds of NFL players showed their solidarity by kneeling or locking arms during the national anthem on Sunday, and a World War II veteran was right there with them.John Middlemas, 97, of Willard, Missouri, was the focus of a tweet from his grandson, who wrote that his grandfather wanted to take a knee to show “those kids have every right to protest” in reference to NFL players.#TakeAKnee trended on social media over the weekend after President Trump used profane language and suggested that NFL owners should fire or suspend players who took a knee during the national anthem.
Do NFL rules require players to stand during the national anthem?
Most NFL players on Sunday opted for a show of unity, locking arms ahead of their games after criticism from President Trump who slammed players opting to protest during the national anthem.Still, plenty opted to kneel during "The Star-Spangled Banner" -- and a lot of people of people have been chiming in with their opinions.You may have seen this fake excerpt shared on social media about a NFL rule pertaining to the national anthem:
Most NFL players on Sunday opted for a show of unity, locking arms ahead of their games after criticism from President Trump who slammed players opting to protest during the national anthem.Still, plenty opted to kneel during "The Star-Spangled Banner" -- and a lot of people of people have been chiming in with their opinions.You may have seen this fake excerpt shared on social media about a NFL rule pertaining to the national anthem:
Locked arm in arm: Green Bay Packers stand for national anthem, fans weigh in on NFL protests
GREEN BAY -- The Packers and politics -- most of the green and gold stood arm in arm for the national anthem during Sunday afternoon's game at Lambeau Field.But there are mixed emotions among Green Bay fans after Pres.
GREEN BAY -- The Packers and politics -- most of the green and gold stood arm in arm for the national anthem during Sunday afternoon's game at Lambeau Field.But there are mixed emotions among Green Bay fans after Pres.
Aaron Rodgers burns Cincinnati Bengals deep in OT, Green Packers win 27-24
GREEN BAY -- Mason Crosby kicked a 27-yard field goal with 6:26 left in overtime set up by Aaron Rodgers' 72-yard pass to Geronimo Allison, and the Green Bay Packers rallied to beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-24 on Sunday.Crosby's kick completed the Packers' comeback from a 21-7 halftime deficit.On third-and-10 from his 21, Rodgers took advantage of yet another free play after defensive end Michael Johnson was whistled for offside.
GREEN BAY -- Mason Crosby kicked a 27-yard field goal with 6:26 left in overtime set up by Aaron Rodgers' 72-yard pass to Geronimo Allison, and the Green Bay Packers rallied to beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-24 on Sunday.Crosby's kick completed the Packers' comeback from a 21-7 halftime deficit.On third-and-10 from his 21, Rodgers took advantage of yet another free play after defensive end Michael Johnson was whistled for offside.
President's criticisms spark more protests at NFL games
CHICAGO -- President Donald Trump's comments about owners firing players who kneel during the national anthem sparked a mass increase in such protests around the National Football League Sunday, as more than 130 players sat, knelt or raised their fists in defiance during early games.A week ago, just four players didn't stand and two raised their fists.Defensive star Von Miller was among the majority of Denver Broncos who took a knee in Buffalo Sunday, where Bills running back LeSean McCoy stretched during the "Star Spangled Banner."
CHICAGO -- President Donald Trump's comments about owners firing players who kneel during the national anthem sparked a mass increase in such protests around the National Football League Sunday, as more than 130 players sat, knelt or raised their fists in defiance during early games.A week ago, just four players didn't stand and two raised their fists.Defensive star Von Miller was among the majority of Denver Broncos who took a knee in Buffalo Sunday, where Bills running back LeSean McCoy stretched during the "Star Spangled Banner."
Packers players respond to Pres. Trump's comment on player protests during anthem
MILWAUKEE -- Players from the Green Bay Packers are sharing their points of view on the situation between President Donald Trump and the National Football League.President Trump suggested on Friday, September 22nd for NFL owners should fire players who decide to take a knee during the national anthem.
MILWAUKEE -- Players from the Green Bay Packers are sharing their points of view on the situation between President Donald Trump and the National Football League.President Trump suggested on Friday, September 22nd for NFL owners should fire players who decide to take a knee during the national anthem.
Pictures: At least 100 NFL players kneel or sit in protest
NFL players used the national anthem to show their defiance to President Donald Trump's criticism, with at least 100 players kneeling or sitting in protest and one team staying in the locker room.Most teams in the early afternoon games locked arms in solidarity.
NFL players used the national anthem to show their defiance to President Donald Trump's criticism, with at least 100 players kneeling or sitting in protest and one team staying in the locker room.Most teams in the early afternoon games locked arms in solidarity.
President's criticisms incite more protests at NFL games
President Donald Trump's criticism of players who protest during the national anthem incited a mass increase in such activism Sunday, with more than 100 NFL players sitting or kneeling, others raising their fists and whole teams standing with locked arms to display unity.One team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, stayed in the locker room during "The Star-Spangled Banner."Last week across the entire NFL, only four players knelt or sat, and two stood with their fists raised.
President Donald Trump's criticism of players who protest during the national anthem incited a mass increase in such activism Sunday, with more than 100 NFL players sitting or kneeling, others raising their fists and whole teams standing with locked arms to display unity.One team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, stayed in the locker room during "The Star-Spangled Banner."Last week across the entire NFL, only four players knelt or sat, and two stood with their fists raised.
Packers president, CEO reacts to Pres. Trump's comments about players who kneel during national anthem
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy released a statement on Saturday, September 23rd in reaction to statements made by Pres.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy released a statement on Saturday, September 23rd in reaction to statements made by Pres.
Oakland's Bruce Maxwell first MLB player to kneel during national anthem
OAKLAND, Calif. — Bruce Maxwell of the Oakland Athletics has become the first major league baseball player to kneel during the national anthem.Maxwell dropped to a knee just outside Oakland's dugout on Saturday, adopting a protest started by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in response to police treatment of blacks.
OAKLAND, Calif. — Bruce Maxwell of the Oakland Athletics has become the first major league baseball player to kneel during the national anthem.Maxwell dropped to a knee just outside Oakland's dugout on Saturday, adopting a protest started by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in response to police treatment of blacks.
NFL commissioner, players' union angrily denounce President Trump
SOMERSET, N.J. — The National Football League and its players' union on Saturday angrily denounced President Donald Trump for suggesting that owners fire players who kneel during the national anthem and that fans consider walking out in protest "when somebody disrespects our flag.""Divisive comments like these demonstrate an unfortunate lack of respect for the NFL, our great game and all of our players," the league commissioner, Roger Goodell, said in a statement.DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the NFL Players Association, tweeted: "We will never back down.
SOMERSET, N.J. — The National Football League and its players' union on Saturday angrily denounced President Donald Trump for suggesting that owners fire players who kneel during the national anthem and that fans consider walking out in protest "when somebody disrespects our flag.""Divisive comments like these demonstrate an unfortunate lack of respect for the NFL, our great game and all of our players," the league commissioner, Roger Goodell, said in a statement.DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the NFL Players Association, tweeted: "We will never back down.
President Trump to NFL owners: Fire players who kneel during anthem
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — President Donald Trump has some advice for National Football League owners: Fire players who kneel during the national anthem.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — President Donald Trump has some advice for National Football League owners: Fire players who kneel during the national anthem.
Green Bay Packers list 7 key players as doubtful for Cincinnati Bengals game
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers could be without seven front-line players for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals.Left tackle David Bakhtiari (hamstring), safety Kentrell Brice (groin), receiver Randall Cobb (chest), defensive tackle Mike Daniels (hip), cornerback Davon House (quad), outside linebacker Nick Perry (hand) and inside linebacker Jake Ryan (hamstring/concussion) were listed as doubtful, meaning they are unlikely to play.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers could be without seven front-line players for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals.Left tackle David Bakhtiari (hamstring), safety Kentrell Brice (groin), receiver Randall Cobb (chest), defensive tackle Mike Daniels (hip), cornerback Davon House (quad), outside linebacker Nick Perry (hand) and inside linebacker Jake Ryan (hamstring/concussion) were listed as doubtful, meaning they are unlikely to play.