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The NFL is currently in the midst of perhaps its most controversial season in league history. On one side of the boycott, there are fans refusing to watch professional football due to player protests while the other side is doing the same after quarterback Colin Kaepernick was seemingly being blackballed from the NFL. Although most […]

Good news hit as Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant was formally announced as GQ’s Champion of the Year that is an honor within itself, but even more special due to the fact of who he’s in company with as a result. Former Bay Area San Francisco 49er star in Colin Kaepernick was also named […]

The NFL has invited Colin Kaepernick to attend a one-on-one meeting with commissioner Roger Goodell, according to ESPN. However, the two sides are painting very different pictures about the whether or not the free agent quarterback has accepted in the invitation. According to the lawyer representing Colin Kaepernick, they responded “yes” immediately. The meeting fell […]

A few iffy reports came on Sunday, claiming that the Houston Texans were kicking the tires on bringing in quarterback Colin Kaepernick. Not only were those reports quickly refuted as an iffy PR tactic by the team, but credible reporters have since said the National Football League franchise hasn’t even contacted the polarizing gunslinger. Jay Glazer, […]

With Houston Texans rookie quarterback Deshaun Watson going down with a torn ACL, it was another opportunity for an NFL team to sign the controversial and still-unemployed Colin Kaepernick. However, it was another opportunity missed as the Texans signed Matt McGloin instead. There had been a report that Texans owner Bob McNair had signed off […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr hasn’t been shy about speaking in mind and when asked about former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick and finding himself out of a job past the midway line of the NFL season, he was his usual blunt self. “Oh, he is being blackballed. That’s a no-brainer,” said […]

Jed York, the owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was once technically the man signing Colin Kaepernick’s checks. With the still young quarterback remaining without a job in the NFL, while becoming the focal point for civil unrest, whenever someone talks about the gunslinger, it is a big deal. Depending on how you view things, […]

Shelley Meyer is by no means a household name, but her comments carry some weight in the realm of college football. Her husband is Ohio State Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer, which naturally puts her in the limelight, unfortunately whether she wants it to or not. That limelight has now put in her a bit of […]

Since declining his option for the 2017 season with the San Francisco 49ers back in March, veteran quarterback Colin Kaepernick has remained readily available on the NFL free-agent market. However, he has yet to receive significant interest from any team around the league outside of a visit with the Seattle Seahawks during the summer. With […]

Jobless and probably bored out of his mind, former Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III found himself ranting on Twitter again Tuesday afternoon. Griffin, who recently went on a multiple 140-character tirades directed at former teammate Santana Moss,  this time was reacting to a tweet by sports radio personality Peter Rosenberg, who wondered why it […]

Stephen Curry wasn’t fond of the recent Sports Illustrated cover that featured him locking arms with Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, among other athletes, coaches, and sports personalities. This issue of the popular magazine named “A nation divided, sports united,” was previewed on Tuesday by the website’s Twitter account, though […]

It’s pretty insane how President Donald Trump managed to make both the NBA and NFL worlds go against him all over the media. His infamous tweet uninviting Stephen Curry to the White House coupled with the dismissal of NFL players peacefully protesting institutional inequality has put him in a negative light among many sports fans […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are off to a rocky start to the season after dropping their first two games of the season in disappointing fashion. Much of that has been associated with their porous play on the offensive end of the field centered on the play of quarterback Andy Dalton. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, […]

Tom Brady is all for Colin Kaepernick getting a job again in the NFL. The New England Patriots quarterback was asked about his opinion about the former San Francisco 49ers signal-caller in an interview with “CBS This Morning,” and had nothing but supportive words for the currently unemployed Kaepernick. “I sure hope so. I’ve always […]

Colin Kaepernick may be having a hard time getting looks from NFL front offices, but when it comes to gaining support, he doesn’t even have to try. The free agent quarterback has been getting plenty of love from society for his fight for social equality and against police brutality, though his stands seemingly come at […]

As Colin Kaepernick remains unsigned by an NFL team, he has continued to receive support from former and current players around the league. He even got the support from one of the best players of the NBA today, as Golden State Warriors star guard Stephen Curry posted an Instagram story with the caption “#FreeKaep.” Steph […]

One of the underlying storylines for much of the NFL offseason has been free agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s future in the league. Kaepernick has remained on the open market for the entire offseason since opting out of his contract with the San Francisco 49ers in early March. During an appearance on FS1 studio show “First […]

Free agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick used to be pursued by Seattle Seahawks pass rusher Michael Bennett behind the San Francisco 49ers offensive line. This time around, however, the controversial quarterback is voluntarily stepping back into the limelight to voice his support of Bennett, who claims that he was unjustly detained by police in Las Vegas […]

On the eve of the start of the 2017 NFL season, quarterback Colin Kaepernick remains unemployed after parting ways with the San Francisco 49ers. Apparently, it didn’t have to be that way with the Baltimore Ravens showing considerable interest in the controversial quarterback. Retired Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis explained why Kaepernick missed out on an opportunity […]

For much of the offseason, there has been plenty discussed regarding Colin Kaepernick’s situation, as he remains on the open market with little interest in him across the league. Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is the latest to weigh in on the matter, stating that he believes Kaepernick is better than a few of the […]

The latest trend of football players sitting on the sidelines when the national anthem is played before games has given birth to two schools of thoughts: the pro and the against. Oakland Raiders great and former wide receiver Tim Brown has made it clear which side he’s on after offering his take on the contentious […]

For Milwaukee Bucks incoming second-year guard Malcolm Brogdon, athletes should use their unique platforms to voice their stances on social and political matters instead of staying inside the border of sports. In an interview with Sports Illustrated, Brogdon spoke of his support for athletes gaining more involvement in the larger arena of public opinion with […]

The Indianapolis Colts are stuck in a crossroad with star quarterback Andrew Luck’s status for the 2017 NFL season up in the air due to his recovery from shoulder surgery. Despite that being the case, team owner Jim Irsay recently stated that the team has not considered bringing in free agent veteran quarterback Colin Kaepernick, […]

Earlier this week, Mark Cuban spoke out about the situation surrounding veteran quarterback Colin Kaepernick essentially stating that there is no barometer for NBA players to adhere to regarding political issues. In light of that, a few current NBA players have come out in support of Cuban’s remarks concerning Kaepernick. Facts https://t.co/XQARe4PcWx — Bradley Beal […]

The NBA has developed the reputation over recent years as being a league led primarily by its players, who have often times been outspoken about many political issues. In light of that, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban recently told Rick Maese of the Washington Post that the current situation surrounding veteran quarterback Colin Kaepernick wouldn’t transpire […]

Colin Kaepernick has gained headlines for his national anthem protests regarding racial injustice, but ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith wants us to stop giving him attention. The reason? On Tuesday, Kaepernick declared that he chose not to vote in the 2016 presidential election. Smith didn’t take too kindly to the message that sends, and he reacted […]

Another week, another loss for the San Francisco 49ers. After throttling the Los Angeles Rams on the first Monday night of the season, the Niners have lost their last four games. The offense is stagnant, and the defense has been way too inconsistent. The loss of their heart and soul, Navorro Bowman, makes that even […]

A cigar lounge in Texas made headlines a couple weeks back for their controversial decision to use Colin Kaepernick’s jersey as a doormat in response to his recent protest. Now, a restaurant in Virginia Beach is following suit. A resident of the city, James Perry, took a photo of the doormat at the Krossroads Rock […]

Last week, San Francisco 49ers head coach Chip Kelly voiced his support for Colin Kaepernick‘s protest against racial inequality. A columnist from the Santa Rose Press Democrat attempted to get Kelly to rip Kaepernick with his line of questioning, but Chip quickly caught on and expressed solidarity with his backup quarterback. That action did not […]

Aside from being a champion coach and one of the best ever, San Antonio Spurs bench tactician Gregg Popovich has always been known for giving very short, sometimes even one-word answers during interviews. However, things were different when asked to give his take on athletes’ protest of racial violence, started by San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Colin […]

NBA team media days are usually light hearted and fun, but the Toronto Raptors center Jared Sullinger had a more serious issue on his mind as he spoke to reporters. “I do believe there will be some NBA players that will take a knee. We have a rule in our code of conduct that anything […]

In light of all the social injustice and racial inequality protests that have taken place the past month in the world of professional sports, Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy gave his support and advice to those who plan on taking a stand. The peaceful protests will likely take place during preseason and regular season […]

Colin Kaepernick has both raised a ton of awareness and controversy over the past month by kneeling during the national anthem in protest to the police brutality and injustice that is currently happening. While some are strongly against Kaepernick’s actions, others including athletes have supported his decision and have taken a kneel themselves during the […]

Marshawn Lynch is a hilarious human being. Since retiring from the NFL, Lynch has constantly been a guest show on many TV shows. Marshawn has joined Conan more than a couple times and every encounter has been priceless. Yesterday, though, Marshawn Lynch joined Conan for a much more serious matter. Lynch was asked to state […]

Yet another Golden State player has stepped up to publicly support 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in his quest for racial equality and social change. This time it’s their new addition, Kevin Durant. “I’m behind anyone who stands up for what they believe in,” Durant told Anthony Slater of the San Jose Mercury News. “Kaepernick is standing up for […]

Stephen Curry is the latest NBA player to support Colin Kaepernick‘s public protest, and certainly the most noteworthy. Both Jabari Parker and Nick Young voiced their approval of Kaepernick sitting during the national anthem as a means to standup against the oppression that African Americans and other minorities face in the United States. Now, the […]

In the wake of the media firestorm surrounding Colin Kaepernick‘s decision to remain seated during the national anthem, Bucks first-round draft pick Jabari Parker posted an Instagram Tuesday night in support of the NFL quarterback. “Never followed the wave but this one is necessary,” his caption read. “I got your back homie.” https://www.instagram.com/p/BKCkca1hSwk/ His post […]

Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers recently came under the spotlight when he refused to stand during the national anthem before a game. Kareem-Abdul Jabbar already weighed in on the matter, and now Lakers guard Nick Young has spoken out as well. Young told TMZ Sports when asked about Kaepernick’s actions: “I think it’s […]

Kareem-Abdul Jabbar showed support and appreciation for San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick‘s decision to not stand during the national anthem. The all-time NBA scoring leader, who was a social-revolutionary figure among the likes of Bill Russell, Jackie Robinson and the late Muhammad Ali — was thoughtfully observant in his piece in The Washington Post. […]