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Colin Kaepernick Invited to NFL, NFLPA Meeting but Did Not Attend

Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins told reporters Colin Kaepernick declined to attend a meeting that took place between NFL owners and players Tuesday, which was largely centered on creating a dialogue on player demonstrations regarding racial injustice.

Jenkins said he did not know why Kaepernick, who remains unsigned six weeks into the season, did not attend. A group of players and owners met at the NFL's Manhattan headquarters Tuesday, with both sides coming away largely satisfied with the conversation.

"Those conversations will continue. That dialogue will continue," Jenkins said. "As players, we'll continue to do the work in our communities.