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National Anthem Rule Changes Reportedly Not Discussed at NFL, NFLPA Meeting

The NFL owners and NFL Players Association reportedly did not discuss any rule changes in regard to the national anthem or kneeling during the anthem, according to Albert Breer of NFL.com.

The NFL Game Operations Manual encourages players to stand during the anthem, but the NFL rulebook does not specifically outlaw kneeling or demonstrating while the "Star-Spangled Banner" is being played before games.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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