Former NFL linebacker shot himself in the chest. There are other related incidents, and this may be related to depression causing head injuries. There have been lawsuits before on this issue.
"NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Wednesday that owners voted to fine teams if players do not stand during the national anthem, but players, previously mandated to be on the field for the anthem, can instead opt to remain in the locker room."
TheDay.com - NFL concedes bad call cost Packers victory; refuses to change outcome | Southeastern Connecticut News, Sports, Weather and Video | The Day newspaper Rachel Cohen, AP Sports Writer Publication: theday.com NEW YORK (AP) - The NFL conceded Tuesday that a bad call cost the Green Bay Packers the game while upholding the Seattle Seahawks' victory.
They know they made a mistake, it was obvious to everyone there and watching it at home. i dont even like the packers but i hate blown calls worse. swallow your pride and change it refs
People are getting so upset about disrespecting the flag even though we do it everyday; And the only reason this has any attention is because the kneeling was used as a form of silent protest by an athlete of color.