Owens’ Surprised by the Impact
“I never would have thought it would have created the firestorm that it has,” Owens said during a recent interview. The former NFL star expressed his astonishment at the impact of Colin Kaepernick’s protest.
Shedding Light on Race Relations
Owens also spoke about his belief that the peaceful protest “shed light on” certain race relations within the US. He emphasized the significance of the protest in exposing how white people perceive people of color. Owens noted, “For so many years, we’ve tried to voice that…and it took a knee to bring all of this back to life.”
Counterarguments and Privileges
Tyrus, a retired pro wrestler, attempted to counter Owens’ perspective by highlighting Kaepernick’s business relationship with Nike, a company founded by billionaire Phil Knight. Tyrus argued that white people also supported Kaepernick and provided him with opportunities. Furthermore, Tyrus suggested that Kaepernick may be ungrateful for the privileges that the US offers, such as playing professional sports and being paid for giving opinions.
Kaepernick’s Football Career
Kaepernick, who is now 36 years old, has not played in the NFL since 2016. Despite this, he remains determined to make a comeback. In 2019, a private workout for Kaepernick was planned, but it faced complications when the venue was changed last minute. However, representatives from several NFL teams still attended his alternative showcase.
Kaepernick’s Persistence
“I’m going to keep pushing,” Kaepernick told Sports Illustrated in July. He remains optimistic about his chances of returning to the field and believes that he has the skills to play. Kaepernick’s determination to continue fighting for his NFL career remains unwavering.
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