Over the past few days, Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Chris Long and Seattle Seahawks center Justin Britt, both white NFL players, supported their respective Black teammates protesting during the national anthem by draping an arm over their shoulders. Neither Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr nor his defensive end teammate Khalil Mack protested during the national anthem, but Carr, too, wrapped his arm around Mack’s shoulder, in this case promoting racial solidarity.
That being said, none of the aforementioned white players protested themselves. But that changed last night during Monday Night Football preseason action between the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns.
Upwards of 12 Browns players knelt in a circle and prayed, while others stood with them in silent protest during the national anthem before the game. One of those players kneeling was the Browns’ white tight end, Seth DeValve, who explained his stance after the game last night.
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