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Derek Wolfe Explains Decision to Stand for Anthem After Donald Trump Comments

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe released a statement Sunday regarding his decision to stand during the national anthem following President Donald Trump's divisive comments on NFL players protesting, per Josina Anderson of ESPN:

Josina Anderson

NEW: Statement to me from #Broncos DE Derek Wolfe on Donald Trump's comments regarding national anthem protests in the @NFL. https://t.co/4qWLXNhbSK

2017-9-24 13:03:07

Trump took aim at players who have chosen to protest police brutality and the unfair treatment of minorities during the national anthem while speaking at a campaign rally in Huntsville, Alabama, on Saturday.