Roger Goodell Admits The NFL Was Wrong For Not Listening To Players About Peaceful Protest

Roger Goodell put out the video statement above on behalf of the NFL just a day after players made their stance clear:

Goodell’s statement also comes on the heels of President Trump expressing disappointment in Drew Brees’s apology and anger at potential American flag protests.

Although people quickly pointed out that Roger Goodell did not call out Colin Kaepernick in any way, it seems like a step taken by the NFL. It may be too little, too late for some. But the NFL’s actions from here on out, and tangible support of Black players and people, will be what determines the content of Goodell’s character (if any, based on what we’ve seen previously).