Brett Favre compares Colin Kaepernick to Pat Tillman
"I'd assume that hero status will be stamped with Kaepernick as well," Favre said.
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Colin Kaepernick to join Medium as only minority board member
The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback will be the fifth, and only minority, member of the blog site's board.
Momentum building for Colin Kaepernick's NFL return
Former quarterback at center of controversy for kneeling during national anthem hasn't played since 2016.
U.S. Soccer repeals ban on taking a knee during national anthem
The rule was adopted in 2017 after star Megan Rapinoe kneeled in support of Colin Kaepernick, but reversed in light of protests since George Floyd's death.
"We were wrong," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says
The statement comes amid nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd, but also years of controversy when the NFL refused to support Colin Kaepernick and other players who knelt in protest over police brutality.
Alexis Ohanian resigns from Reddit board, donates $1M
"I'm saying this as a father who needs to be able to answer his black daughter when she asks, 'What did you do?'," the Reddit co-founder said.
Former Green Beret on NFL and protests
Former U.S. Army Green Beret and NFL player Nate Boyer, who advised Colin Kaepernick to kneel as his form of protest during the national anthem, discusses NFL players asking the league to condemn racism. He also talks about Drew Brees' controversial comments and protests in the wake of George Floyd's death.
Drew Brees says he'll "never agree" with national anthem protest
"I will never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag of the United States of America or our country," Brees said.
Tiger Woods issues statement on George Floyd's death, protests
"We can make our points without burning the very neighborhoods that we live in," Woods said in a statement.
Goodell criticized for statement on racial injustice
"Shame on you. This is beyond hollow + disingenuous," said director Ava DuVernay.
Kaepernick creates fund to pay legal fees for Minneapolis protesters
"In fighting for liberation there's always retaliation. We must protect our Freedom Fighters," Kaepernick said.
LeBron James among athletes speaking out after George Floyd's death
"Do you understand NOW!!??!!?? Or is it still blurred to you??" James said in an Instagram post.
51 years after
U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame has inducted American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos, 51 years after they raised their fists in protest at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. CBS news special correspondent James Brown joined CBSN to reflect on the iconic moment.
Will any NFL team sign Kaepernick?
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick is facing new controversy after bailing on the league's official workout over the weekend. CBS News' Dana Jacobson reports on the workout, and CBS Sports NFL writer John Breecj joins CBSN to discuss Kaepernick's potential future with the league.
Nike's Colin Kaepernick shoe sells out in minutes
Shoe's graphics include portrait of former NFL star whose controversial alliance with athletic gear company has proved profitable
NFL commissioner on Colin Kaepernick: "We've moved on"
"It was a unique opportunity," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said. "An incredible opportunity and he chose not to take it"
Washington signs wide receiver from Colin Kaepernick workout
The team announced they were signing Veasy to their practice squad on Wednesday.
Colin Kaepernick abruptly changes NFL workout location
Kaepernick's team cited a lack of transparency from the NFL as the reason for the last-minute switch
Football insiders question why Kaepernick workout is happening now
It's an unusual move for the league to host something like this for a single player, especially one as controversial as Kaepernick
These NFL teams are the Vegas favorites to land Colin Kaepernick
Odds are already being placed at which team has the best chance to land Kaepernick — if he decides to sign
NFL invites all 32 teams to private workout for Colin Kaepernick
The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback hasn't played in the NFL since 2016 when he began kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice
Kaepernick's Nike commercial wins Emmy
More than a year after the controversial ad first aired, it is being recognized as one of television's best commercials
NFL and Jay-Z join forces for entertainment and social activism
The league will use the rapper's company to "strengthen community through music and the NFL's Inspire Change Initiative"
Trump: Kaepernick should play again "if he's good enough"
"I'd like to see it. Frankly, I'd love see Kaepernick come in if he's good enough," the president said
Colin Kaepernick sends message to NFL with workout video
"5am. 5 days a week. For 3 years. Still Ready," Kaepernick tweeted
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