New England Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore was among more than a dozen NFL stars who let their voices be heard on Thursday. Michael Thomas, Odell Beckham Jr., DeAndre Hopkins and Jarvis Landry were some of the other players who sent a powerful message to the league.
The killing of George Floyd sparked a countrywide movement to open up conversations about racial injustices. Drew Brees’ comments about disrespecting the flag started a bigger conversation within the NFL. Players are speaking up and allowing the awareness to have the uncomfortable, but very necessary conversations.
The players continued to broach the topic by asking the NFL to “condemn racism” and the “systematic oppression of black people.” They also asked the NFL to “admit wrong” in silencing its players from peacefully protesting.
