Prior to last weekend’s opening Sunday in the NFL, sports media flocked to reports that certain Seattle Seahawks players, and perhaps the entire team, would be joining cornerback Jeremy Lane in protest of the national anthem. Linebacker Bobby Wagner told The Seattle Times, “Whatever we decide to do will be a big surprise.” Many speculated the Seahawks would join San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in kneeling during the anthem. Prior to Sunday’s contest, wide receiver Doug Baldwin tweeted: “To express a desire to bring people together, our team will honor the country and flag in a pregame demonstration of unity.
What Exactly Are The Seattle Seahawks Protesting?
