“I think Kaepernick should be on a roster": When Aaron Rodgers called out NFL for 'injustice' against former 49ers QB. (Credit: Imagn)
NFL legend Aaron Rodgers is known for his outspoken attitude, and he rarely shies away from expressing his opinions and beliefs. Back in 2017, when the NFL world was still reeling from the exile of former 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick, Rodgers came out in support of him. During an interview with ESPN in 2017, Rodgers expressed his disappointment:
“I think [Kaepernick] should be on a roster right now,” Rodgers stated, adding, “I think because of his protests, he’s not.”
In 2017, Kaepernick entered free agency, but no franchise showed interest in signing him despite his availability. Kaepernick’s continued silent protest became a catalyst for his unofficial exile from the game. However, some believe that he just wasn't good enough.
Rodgers sympathizes with Kaepernick's protest against injustice
Kaepernick became a controversial figure in the league following his stance on racial injustice. His kneeling during the national anthem became a defining moment of the year, coinciding with the end of his contract with the 49ers.
