Professional Sports (2017)

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Name	Protest Date	Significant Notes
National Football League
Preseason
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	August 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued throughout.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	August 12, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Conflicting reports emerge regarding the basis for ML’s decision to remain seated. Given his previous pro-Black statements, it is safe to assume that despite currently remaining silent on his motives, his decision is premised upon protesting racial injustice.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	August 12, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued throughout.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	August 13, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Bennett relays details of racial profiling incident involving the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department in which he states an officer threatened to shoot him and called him the N-word. LVMPD’s union released a statement denying the allegations, demanding that the NFL investigate Bennett. The police union’s letter also inexplicably mentions Bennett’s anthem protest, though it is not clear why this is relevant to the letter’s core concerns.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	August 17, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Ron Brooks Philadelphia Eagles	August 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Changed method from raising a fist during the 2016 season. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued until injured and no longer on the sidelines. Brooks was released by the Eagles.
Cameron Jefferson Buffalo Bills	August 17, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	August 18, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	August 18, 2017 SOURCE	Took a seat during the final notes of the national anthem. Lane remained seated during the anthem for one week during the 2016 season.
Jeremy Lane Seattle Seahawks	August 18, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with his back to the flag, facing Michael Bennett who was seated.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	August 19, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Shalom Luani Oakland Raiders	August 19, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued throughout.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	August 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	August 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued throughout. DaQuan Jones, who engaged in protests last year, did not join in because he feared being seen in the same vein as Colin Kaepernick.
Wesley Woodyard Tennessee Titans	August 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Kenny Britt Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jamie Collins Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Isaiah Crowell Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Seth DeValve Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Duke Johnson, Jr. Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Christian Kirksey Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ricardo Louis Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Terrence Magee Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jabrill Peppers Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Calvin Pryor Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jamar Taylor Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brandon Wilds Cleveland Browns	August 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	August 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	August 25, 2017 SOURCE	Took a seat during the final notes of the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	August 25, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	August 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	August 26, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Cameron Jefferson Buffalo Bills	August 26, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	August 27, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued throughout.
Cameron Jefferson Buffalo Bills	August 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Jefferson was released by the Bills.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	August 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	August 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	August 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	August 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	August 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Week 1
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	September 7, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Added raised fist on September 24, 2017. Raised fist for one game during the national anthem in the 2016 season.
Martellus Bennett Green Bay Packers	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Raised fist for one game during the national anthem in the 2016 season as a member of the New England Patriots. Decided to protest following report of brother Michael Bennett’s racial profiling allegations against the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Took a seat during the final notes of the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	September 10, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Week 2
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Martellus Bennett Green Bay Packers	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Took a seat during the final notes of the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Took a seat during the final notes of the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	September 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Week 3
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	September 21, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	September 21, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Lardarius Webb Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Ray Lewis, former Baltimore Raven, also knelt during the anthem; however when queried, he stated that he was praying not protesting. A petition is launched to have Lewis’ statue removed due to his decision to kneel in prayer.
Anthony Levine Sr. Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Willie Henry Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Za’Darius Smith Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Matthew Judon Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tony Jefferson Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Terrell Suggs Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Mike Wallace Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
C.J. Mosley Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tim Williams Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tyus Bowser Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marlon Humphrey Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Carl Davis Baltimore Ravens	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Calais Campbell Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malik Jackson Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Ankou Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Yannick Ngakoue Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Leonard Fournette Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Sheldon Day Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Abry Jones Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dawuane Smoot Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tashaun Gipson Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Lerentee McCray Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
A.J. Bouye Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jalen Ramsey Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tyler Patmon Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Patrick Omameh Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Jaguars Player Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Jaguars Player Jacksonville Jaguars	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rodney Hudson Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Vadal Alexander Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Gabe Jackson Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Denver Kirkland Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Kelechi Osemele Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
David Sharpe Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jon Feliciano Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshall Newhouse Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Donald Penn Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jylan Ware Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
EJ Manuel Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jalen Richard Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
DeAndre Washington Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Amari Cooper Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Michael Crabtree Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Johnny Holton Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cordarrelle Patterson Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Seth Roberts Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Mario Edwards Jr. Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Khalil Mack Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Justin Ellis Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Treyvon Hester Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Eddie Vanderdoes Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Tyrell Adams Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
James Cowser Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marquel Lee Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Bruce Irvin Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Xavier Woodson-Luster Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
David Amerson Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
TJ Carrie Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Gareon Conley Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Antonio Hamilton Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sean Smith Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Karl Joseph Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Keith McGill Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marquette King Oakland Raiders*	September 24, 2017 SOURCE SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jamison Crowder Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Josh Doctson Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Brian Quick Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Niles Paul Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Jordan Reed Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Chris Carter Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Ryan Anderson Washington R****ins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The Washington R******s released a statement in response to the protests.
Kevin King Green Bay Packers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Martellus Bennett Green Bay Packers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Lance Kendricks Green Bay Packers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Chris Jones Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Justin Houston Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Chris Conley Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Travis Kelce Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kareem Hunt Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Tanoh Kpassagnon Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Terrance Smith Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Kenneth Acker Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Tyreek Hill Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cameron Erving Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Albert Wilson Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Ukeme Eligwe Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Akeem Hunt Kansas City Chiefs	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Melvin Ingram Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Casey Hayward Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Adrian Phillips Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Chris McCain Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Darius Philon Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Brandon Mebane Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Damion Square Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Tenny Palepoi Los Angeles Chargers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Adam Butler New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcolm Butler New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brandon King New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Alan Branch New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Lawrence Guy New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jordan Richards New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcom Brown New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Trey Flowers New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Deatrich Wise New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jonathan Jones New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Devin McCourty New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Raised fist after the national anthem for one game during the 2016 season.
Elandon Roberts New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Stephon Gilmore New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brandon Bolden New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
James White New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Johnson Bademosi New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Duron Harmon New England Patriots	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jay Ajayi Miami Dolphins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Resumes protest started during the 2016 season and continued throughout.
Laremy Tunsil Miami Dolphins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Maurice Smith Miami Dolphins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ameer Abdullah Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tahir Whitehead Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
A’Shawn Robinson Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Cornelius Washington Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Akeem Spence Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jeremiah Ledbetter Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Steve Longa Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jalen Reeves-Maybin Detroit Lions	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Adrian Peterson New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Mark Ingram New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Alvin Kamara New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cameron Jordan New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Rankins New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Alex Okafor New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Kenny Vaccaro New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Rafael Bush New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Chris Banjo New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Brandon Coleman New Orleans Saints	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Grady Jarrett Atlanta Falcons	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dontari Poe Atlanta Falcons	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Shaquil Barrett Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Virgil Green Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Chris Harris Jr. Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem with fist raised.
Darian Stewart Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Bradley Roby Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Adam Gotsis Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Shelby Harris Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Zach Kerr Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Justin Simmons Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Domata Peko Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Aqib Talib Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Emmanuel Sanders Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Demaryius Thomas Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Will Parks Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Lorenzo Doss Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Von Miller Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brandon Marshall Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
DeMarcus Walker Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Bennie Fowler III Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Cody Latimer Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jamaal Charles Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Zaire Anderson Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Donald Stephenson Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Menelik Watson Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Max Garcia Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ronald Leary Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
De’Angelo Henderson Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jamal Carter Sr. Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Denver Broncos Player Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Denver Broncos Player Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Denver Broncos Player Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Denver Broncos Player Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Denver Broncos Player Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Denver Broncos Player Denver Broncos	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Landon Collins New York Giants	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Damon Harrison New York Giants	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Spirited debate broke out regarding the protests between supporters and opponents of the protests.
Marcus Johnson Philadelphia Eagles	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Spirited debate broke out regarding the protests between supporters and opponents of the protests.
Torrey Smith Philadelphia Eagles	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Spirited debate broke out regarding the protests between supporters and opponents of the protests.
Caleb Brantley Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
James Burgess Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Derrick Kindred Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Campbell, Ibraheim Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jabrill Peppers Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dominique Alexander Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Larry Ogunjobi Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Britt Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Mike Jordan Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
B.J. Bello Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jason McCourty Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Trevon Coley Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Christian Kirksey Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Reggie Porter Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Randall Telfer Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Isaiah Crowell Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jamar Taylor Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Myles Garrett Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Nate Orchard Cleveland Browns	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
DeSean Jackson Tampa Bay Buccaneers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Mike Evans Tampa Bay Buccaneers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kamar Aiken Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Colts released a statement the following week addressing the protests, supporting either kneeling or standing for the anthem.
Malik Hooker Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Darius Butler Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jabaal Sheard Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rashaan Melvin Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tarell Basham Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Al Woods Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Hazel, Matt Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jonathan Bostic Indianapolis Colts	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Julius Peppers Carolina Panthers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in locker room during the national anthem.
Jordan Matthews Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Cedric Thornton Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ryan Davis Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
LeSean McCoy Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt and conducted warm-ups during the national anthem.
Shareece Wright Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Mike Tolbert Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Leonard Johnson Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Lorenzo Alexander Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Taiwan Jones Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kaelin Clay Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marcell Dareus Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Shaq Lawson Buffalo Bills	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed Tennessee Titans Players Tennessee Titans	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in locker room during the national anthem. Tennessee State Representative Raumesh Akbari encouraged kneeling during the anthem; Representatives Martin Daniel and Paul Bailey expressed disapproval, threatening to cease watching or attending games if Titan players protested. The Titans released an official statement regarding the players’ decision to remain in the locker room, stating “[a]s a team, we wanted to be unified in our actions today. The players jointly decided [remaining in the locker room] was the best course of action. Our commitment to the military and our community is resolute and the absence of our team for the national anthem shouldn’t be misconstrued as unpatriotic.” Titans player Delanie Walker received death threats following comments that fans are welcome to remain home from future games if they were unhappy about the Titans’ decision not to be on the field during the national anthem. Tennessee congressional representative files resolution IOT remind Americans of the US Flag Code, 36 U.S.C. §301, which provides non-punitive guidance on conduct during the national anthem. The guidance is non-punitive. The national anthem singer for the Titans-Seahawks game, Meghan Linsey, took a knee while singing. Linsey received death threats following her decision to kneel while singing the national anthem.
Unnamed Pittsburg Steelers Players Pittsburgh Steelers	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in locker room during the national anthem. The decision to remain in the locker room during the national anthem, apparently lead by quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, was a source of division amongst the Pittsburg Steelers as some players wanted to protest on the field. Antonio Brown was among the players upset about the decision, which emerged when discussions arose regarding his anger during the following week’s game as well as a disconnect with Roethlisberger on a play. While the decision was made to remain the locker room, Alejandro Villanueva, a former Army Ranger, came to the edge of the tunnel onto the field during the anthem. Villanueva was hailed as a hero by anti-protesters and his jersey sales went to number one. However, the following day, Villanueva clarified his actions, noting that his actions were unintentional and that he regretted that the miscommunication resulted in him throwing his teammates under the bus.
Unnamed Seattle Seahawks Players Seattle Seahawks	September 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in locker room during the national anthem. The Seahawks released an official statement wherein they explained that the decision to remain the locker room was one of unity against injustices suffered by people of color. While players differed on what was the appropriate approach to the anthem issue, they ultimately resolved that staying in the locker-room was a stronger statement than alternatives such as going onto the field locking arms.
Week 4
Martellus Bennett Green Bay Packers	September 28, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Lance Kendricks Green Bay Packers	September 28, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Kevin King Green Bay Packers	September 28, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Nazair Jones Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Garrison Smith Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Michael Wilhoite Seattle Seahawks	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Brandon Marshall Denver Broncos	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rashard Robinson San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
NaVorro Bowman San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Leon Hall San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ray-Ray Armstrong San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Arik Armstead San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jimmie Ward San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Carlos Hyde San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Adrian Colbert San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dekoda Watson San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Raheem Mostert San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Victor Bolden Jr. San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Pierre Garcon San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
K’Waun Williams San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Elijah Lee San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Aaron Lynch San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Earl Mitchell San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jaquiski Tartt San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Asa Jackson San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kaelin Clay Buffalo Bills	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Cedric Thornton Buffalo Bills	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Taiwan Jones Buffalo Bills	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Shareece Wright Buffalo Bills	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Mike Tolbert Buffalo Bills	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jerel Worthy Buffalo Bills	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Britt Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Isaiah Crowell Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Christian Kirksey Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Larry Ogunjobi Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Briean Boddy-Calhoun Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Randall Telfer Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Jason McCourty Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Campbell, Ibraheim Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Dominique Alexander Cleveland Browns	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Stood with fist raised during the national anthem.
Steve Longa Detroit Lions	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jalen Reeves-Maybin Detroit Lions	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem. Rishard made the decision to remain in the tunnel rather than stand during the anthem as planned by his teammates.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem. No report of a protest the following week on 8 OCT.
DaQuan Jones Tennessee Titans	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Brian Orakpo Tennessee Titans	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Wesley Woodyard Tennessee Titans	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	October 1, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. No report of a protest the following week on 8 OCT.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	October 2, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. As this was the day following the terrorist attack by Stephen Paddock in Las Vegas, Nevada in which 58 people were killed and hundreds injured, some fans were especially upset at the athletes’ exercise of their rights.
Justin Houston Kansas City Chiefs	October 2, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. As this was the day following the terrorist attack by Stephen Paddock in Las Vegas, Nevada in which 58 people were killed and hundreds injured, some fans were especially upset at the athletes’ exercise of their rights.
Ukeme Eligwe Kansas City Chiefs	October 2, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. As this was the day following the terrorist attack by Stephen Paddock in Las Vegas, Nevada in which 58 people were killed and hundreds injured, some fans were especially upset at the athletes’ exercise of their rights.
Kenneth Acker Kansas City Chiefs	October 2, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. As this was the day following the terrorist attack by Stephen Paddock in Las Vegas, Nevada in which 58 people were killed and hundreds injured, some fans were especially upset at the athletes’ exercise of their rights.
Week 5
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Ahkello Witherspoon San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Earl Mitchell San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Jimmie Ward San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Victor Bolden Jr. San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Asa Jackson San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Brock Coyle San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vice President Pence attended the game; however, he left shortly thereafter stating that the 49ers’ decision to kneel was disrespectful to the flag, country, and soldiers, and that he would not remain at the game for that reason. POTUS tweeted that he’d asked VP Pence to leave if any players protested during the anthem. 49ers player Eric Reid called VP Pence’s actions a publicity stunt, and noted that this is what systemic oppression looks like.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem. Later that week in light of a statement from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell implying that a rule change that would mandate standing for the anthem was forthcoming, Mattews tweeted that he would leave the NFL is such a rule went into effect. He later deleted the tweet and stated it was a bad decision. Matthews says he intends to continue to protest in support of Colin Kaepernick and until POTUS apologizes for his 22 September 2017 remarks.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Ukeme Eligwe Kansas City Chiefs	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Tanoh Kpassagnon Kansas City Chiefs	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Albert Wilson Kansas City Chiefs	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. The Miami Dolphins instituted a policy that required players to either stand for the anthem or remain in the locker room. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross, a previous staunch supporter of the anthems, stated that he shifted his stance because POTUS had shifted the narrative of the protests to one which positions those so engaged against patriotism. Ross found this untenable and thus resolved, along with Coach Adam Gase, that players must stand for the anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. The Miami Dolphins instituted a policy that required players to either stand for the anthem or remain in the locker room. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross, a previous staunch supporter of the anthems, stated that he shifted his stance because POTUS had shifted the narrative of the protests to one which positions those so engaged against patriotism. Ross found this untenable and thus resolved, along with Coach Adam Gase, that players must stand for the anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. The Miami Dolphins instituted a policy that required players to either stand for the anthem or remain in the locker room. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross, a previous staunch supporter of the anthems, stated that he shifted his stance because POTUS had shifted the narrative of the protests to one which positions those so engaged against patriotism. Ross found this untenable and thus resolved, along with Coach Adam Gase, that players must stand for the anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. In response to the directives by the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dophins leadership that players must stand for the anthen, Jenkins stated that if Eagles team owner Jeff Lurie institued such a policy, he would continue his protest. It should be noted that Jenkins has always stood during the anthem, but with a raised fist in the air.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Keenan Robinson New York Giants	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist towards the end of the national anthem. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones issues the league’s most punitive policy stating that any player that did not stand for the national anthem would be benched. Jones doubled down on the directive, stating that many Cowboys fans believe not standing during the national anthem is disrespectful. NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith issued a statement remiding NFL executives of their assurances that they would protect the constitutional rights of players. Local 100 of the United Labor Unions, an organization that represents employees in Texas filed a charge against Jerry Jones for Jones’ threat to bench players who did not stand for the national anthem. Wade Rathke asserts that Jones’ directive violates the National Labor Relations Act. In light of Jones’ comments, Cowbiys coach Jason Garrett stated that Moore and Irving would not be punished for raising their fists towards the end of the protest.
Damontre Moore Dallas Cowboys	October 8, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones issues the league’s most punitive policy stating that any player that did not stand for the national anthem would be benched. Jones doubled down on the directive, stating that many Cowboys fans believe not standing during the national anthem is disrespectful. NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith issued a statement remiding NFL executives of their assurances that they would protect the constitutional rights of players. Local 100 of the United Labor Unions, an organization that represents employees in Texas filed a charge against Jerry Jones for Jones’ threat to bench players who did not stand for the national anthem. Wade Rathke asserts that Jones’ directive violates the National Labor Relations Act. In light of Jones’ comments, Cowbiys coach Jason Garrett stated that Moore and Irving would not be punished for raising their fists towards the end of the protest. Was cut by the Cowboys on October 25. Cowboys insist that Moore’s anthem protest was not a factor in the decision.
Week 6
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	October 12, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	October 12, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Okung wrote a letter published on the Player’s Tribune urging his fellow players to organize themselves in opposition to owners’ attempts to force them to stand during the anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ukeme Eligwe Kansas City Chiefs	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Adrian Colbert San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dekoda Watson San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Arik Armstead San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017	Knelt during the national anthem.
K’Waun Williams San Francisco 49ers	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	October 16, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	October 16, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Wesley Woodyard Tennessee Titans	October 16, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Week 7
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	October 19, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ukeme Eligwe Kansas City Chiefs	October 19, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	October 19, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. One of several players invited to participate in talks with owners reference the anthem protests.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Nazair Jones Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Michael Wilhoite Seattle Seahawks	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
Adrian Colbert San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
Reuben Foster San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
K’Waun Williams San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. 49ers and several law enforcement unions/departments held a press conference to announce a partnership to improve police-community relations and call for a ban on bump stocks.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem. Reports surface that police officers are declining to work Dolphins games in response to the protests. Such police work is done on a voluntary basis.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem. Reports surface that police officers are declining to work Dolphins games in response to the protests. Such police work is done on a voluntary basis.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem. Reports surface that police officers are declining to work Dolphins games in response to the protests. Such police work is done on a voluntary basis.
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Wesley Woodyard Tennessee Titans	October 22, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	October 23, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Jenkins and two other players went to the Pennsylvania Capitol to discuss criminal justcie reform.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	October 23, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Jenkins and two other players went to the Pennsylvania Capitol to discuss criminal justcie reform.
Week 8
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	October 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	October 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Nazair Jones Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Michael Wilhoite Seattle Seahawks	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Adrian Colbert San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
K’Waun Williams San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Unnamed San Francisco 49ers player San Francisco 49ers	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Deshaun Watson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Alfred Blue Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Tyler Ervin Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
D’Onta Foreman Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Lamar Miller Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jordan Todman Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Will Fuller V Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Deante Gray Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
DeAndre Hopkins Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Braxton Miller Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Chris Thompson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Stephen Anderson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
C.J. Fiedorowicz Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kyle Fuller Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jeff Allen Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dorian Johnson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Chris Clark Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Julien Davenport Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kendall Lamm Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Derek Newton Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Angelo Blackson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jadeveon Clowney Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Christian Covington Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brandon Dunn Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Matthew Godin Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Joel Heath Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ufomba Kamalu Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kendall Langford Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
D.J. Reader Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Carlos Watkins Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Dylan Cole Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Zach Cunningham Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brian Cushing Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Ben Heeney Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Lamarr Houston Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jelani Jenkins Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Benardrick McKinney Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Whitney Mercilus Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Brennan Scarlett Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Treston Decoud Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kareem Jackson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kevin Johnson Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Johnathan Joseph Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marcus Williams Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kurtis Drummond Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marcus Gilchrist Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Andre Hal Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Corey Moore Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Duane Brown Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Duane Brown, one of the players most vocal regarding Bob McNair’s inmates comment, was traded to the Seattle Sehawks on October 30, 2017.
Bruce Ellington Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eddie Pleasant Houston Texans	October 29, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	October 30, 2017 SOURCE	Did not come onto the field during the national anthem.
Week 9
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	19-Nov-17 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The players requested permission to return to the field as remaining in the tunnel during the anthem interfered with their game preparation and did not allow them to be themselves.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The players requested permission to return to the field as remaining in the tunnel during the anthem interfered with their game preparation and did not allow them to be themselves.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. The players requested permission to return to the field as remaining in the tunnel during the anthem interfered with their game preparation and did not allow them to be themselves.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. Kansas City Chiefs CEO and President, who believes players should stand for the national anthem, met with Peters about Peters’ protest.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
K’Waun Williams San Francisco 49ers	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem
Wesley Woodyard Tennessee Titans	November 5, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem
Ameer Abdullah Detroit Lions	November 6, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem
Week 10
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	November 12, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Louis Murphy San Francisco 49ers	November 12, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	November 12, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	19-Nov-17 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	November 12, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	November 12, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 13, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 13, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	November 13, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Week 11
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Lynch’s decision to remain seated for the American national anthem but stand for Mexico’s national anthem caused considerable controversy; President Trump tweeted that Lynch should be suspended for the remainder of the season. Lynch’s mother responded to POTUS’s tweet with one of her own, telling POTUS that his bid to own an NFL team did not materialize.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. Responded to POTUS’s tweet about Marshawn Lynch’s protest in Mexico with a request for a meeting in which he, Lynch, and POTUS would be in attendance.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	November 19, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem. A large group of protesters knelt during the national anthem outside the stadium, and then stood with their fists raised. Because Jerry Jones has mandated that players stand, the protesters sought to show their support.
Week 12
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem.
Malcolm Jenkins Philadelphia Eagles	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Jenkins and McLeod ceased their protest participation following this week after the Players’ Coalition and NFL reached a deal wherein $100M would be donated to select social justice programs and organizations. The move caused a rift, with key players such as Eric Reid withdrawing from the Coalition and the deal. Many saw the deal as a bribe.
Rodney McLeod Philadelphia Eagles	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Jenkins and McLeod ceased their protest participation following this week after the Players’ Coalition and NFL reached a deal wherein $100M would be donated to select social justice programs and organizations. The move caused a rift, with key players such as Eric Reid withdrawing from the Coalition and the deal. Many saw the deal as a bribe.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	November 23, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. POTUS criticized Vernon’s protest, tweeting that it was disrespectful. POTUS also contended that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell had “lost control” of the league, and that players were “the boss.”
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in tunnel during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	November 26, 2016 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	November 23, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Russell Okung resumed raising a fist after not doing the so the past two weeks during NFL and then the Chargers’ Salute to Service games.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Nazair Jones Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Dion Jordan Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem The Seahawks player stood during the national anthem for the past to weeks: Veterans Day and Salute to Service.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	November 26, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	November 23, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.
Week 13
David Irving Dallas Cowboys	November 30, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem. Irving was concussed for subsquent games.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Michael Thomas released a joint statement along with Eric Reid breaking from the Players’ Coalition amidst objections to the deal struck between the Coalition and the NFL.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Vernon made controversial remarks this week when he stated that fans who didn’t like his protest were free to stay at home and not come to the games. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Okung was one of the prominent players who broke from the Players Coalition and did not support the deal with the NFL. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Dion Jordan Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Eric Reid, the players’ most outspoken representative and the player who has protested most consistently, released a statement noting his break with the Players’ Coalition. Reid protested alongside Kaepernick the entirety of last season. Reid’s account supports the contention that the NFL deal was a bribe. Reid stated that he was directly asked whether he would stop protesting if a deal with the NFL was struck. Reid also stated that the NFL’s plan was to shift money from other charitable programs such as the NFL’s Breast Cancer Awareness and Salute to Service efforts.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Louis Murphy San Francisco 49ers	December 3, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem. Protest continued this week despite the attempts by the NFL to “bribe” players with an $89-100M controversial deal with the Players’ Coalition.
Week 14
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 11, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 11, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	December 11, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs		Suspended for game
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem.
Nate Palmer Tennessee Titans	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Dion Jordan Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	December 10, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Week 15
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	December 16, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	December 16, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Nazair Jones Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Paul Dawson Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Dion Jordan Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	December 17, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Week 16
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Injured reserve
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	December 25, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the tunnel during the national anthem.
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained in the locker room during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Nazair Jones Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Paul Dawson Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Dion Jordan Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Cliff Avril Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Louis Murphy San Francisco 49ers	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Brian Orakpo Tennessee Titans	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Wesley Woodyard Tennessee Titans	December 24, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist after the national anthem.
Week 17
Kenny Stills Miami Dolphins	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Teammates Julian and Michael Thomas did not suit up this final game of the season.
Julius Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Did not suit up.
Michael Thomas Miami Dolphins	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Did not suit up.
Marshawn Lynch Oakland Raiders	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Peters Kansas City Chiefs	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Inactive Sunday
Olivier Vernon New York Giants	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Rishard Matthews Tennessee Titans	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Robert Quinn Los Angeles Rams	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Russell Okung Los Angeles Chargers	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem.
Michael Bennett Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Frank Clark Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Paul Dawson Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Dion Jordan Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Quinton Jefferson Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Marcus Smith II Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Jarran Reed Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Sheldon Richardson Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Branden Jackson Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Remained seated during the national anthem.
Duane Brown Seattle Seahawks	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eric Reid San Francisco 49ers	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Marquise Goodwin San Francisco 49ers	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Louis Murphy San Francisco 49ers	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Eli Harold San Francisco 49ers	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem.
Jurrell Casey Tennessee Titans	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.
Brian Orakpo Tennessee Titans	December 31, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist at the end of the national anthem.

Major League Baseball
Bruce Maxwell Oakland Athletics	September 23, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. Maxwell, a rookie catcher, became the first MLB player to protest during the national anthem. Maxwell received various threats following his decision. Maxwell also received support from his home fans after kneeling. Maxwell alleges that he was denied service at a restaurant as a result of his anthem protest. The restaurant denied the charges.

United States Swimming
Anthony Erving USA Swimming	October 15, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem

Legends Football League
Sherri Awagah Los Angeles Temptation	May 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. No reports of further participation in the national anthem protests against racism.
Danielle Harvey Los Angeles Temptation	May 24, 2017 SOURCE	Knelt during the national anthem. No reports of further participation in the national anthem protests against racism.

National Hockey League
J.T. Brown Tampa Bay Lightning	October 7, 2017 SOURCE	Raised fist during the national anthem Became the first NHL player to engage in any kind of protest durinhg the national anthem Brown received death threats and and various forms of harassment as a result of his principled stance. Brown announces that he will end his protest against racism, explaining his decision on social media. Brown notes that he will work with various community and police organizations as the next phase in his activism.

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