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N.F.L.: Tom Brady Locks Arms With Patriots During Anthem

N.F.L. players across the country demonstrated during the national anthem on Sunday in a show of defiance against President Trump, who scolded the league and players on Twitter this weekend. With the support of team owners, players knelt, while others opted to stand and lock arms in a show of solidarity. Stay here for live updates:

Tom Brady stands during the national anthem before the game against the Houston Texans on Sunday.

Tom Brady, who is friends with Trump and whose politics have been a cause of much speculation, joined his teammates in locking arms during the anthem before the Patriots’ game against the Texans in Foxborough.