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Jets tackle George Fant, father of three, would rather discuss social injustice than football

The Jets' George Fant participates during practice at training camp in Florham Park, N.J., on Aug. 20. Credit: AP/Seth Wenig

Less than 48 hours before lining up against the Bills for Week One, Jets tackle George Fant didn’t want to discuss anything football related. He had more pressing matters on his mind.

Fant wanted to ensure conversations about social injustices remain at the forefront during his first time speaking with the media since the spring. The offensive tackle mentioned he attended an event with the late Breonna Taylor’s family over the summer, and the affect that had on him.