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NFL finally gets something right with national anthem policy, it's talking to its players

NFL and Players come together to discuss anthem protest Diana Payan | azcentral sports, Arizona Republic

The NFL is finally getting something right on its national anthem policy: It’s working with the players rather than dictating to them.

After news emerged that teams could suspend players for up to four games for kneeling during the national anthem, the league and players’ association released a joint statement saying that negotiations on the issue are ongoing.

Further, the statement addressed player-led social justice efforts, showing that the focus was on the problems that led to the protests, rather than just the protests themselves.