The NFL is reportedly willing to work with Colin Kaepernick on social justice initiatives within the league.
to the league's players earlier with regard to social injustices. He also encouraged peaceful protests while condemning racism and"the systematic oppression of black people."
A dozen members of the Minnesota Vikings were also in attendance at Floyd's funeral. Floyd was murdered in Minneapolis, which is where the protests began before spreading nationwide. Several NFL teams canceled their virtual meetings so that players would be able to either watch or attend Floyd's funeral.
"Enough is enough," Mahomes said earlier this month, according to the Kansas City Star's Sam McDowell."We've got to do something about this. I'm blessed to have this platform. Why not use it? ... We to come together as players and show that we believe black lives matter ... We need to be the role models to go out there and take that step."
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