Which NFL Player Walked Off the Field?
Many NFL players have walked off the field in protest, but which ones are the most notable? Here are a few of the most significant walkouts in NFL history.
Introduction
In recent years, a handful of NFL players have made headlines by walking off the field during the playing of the national anthem. Some have done so to protest police brutality and racial inequality, while others have cited personal beliefs or objections to the anthem itself. Here is a look at the NFL players who have walked off the field during the anthem, and the reasons why they did so.
What Happened?
NFL player, Richard Sherman, walked off the field during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles on December 9, 2018. This was during the fourth quarter and with two minutes left in the game. The score was 23 to 21, in favor of the Eagles.
Sherman had been playing well throughout the game, but he was matched up against Eagles receiver, Alshon Jeffery. On the play in question, Sherman was beaten by Jeffery for a touchdown catch. As Jeffery went to celebrate with his teammates in the end zone, Sherman walked off the field by himself.
It is unclear what exactly happened on the play, as there is no television footage of it. However, Sherman did appear to be visibly shaken up and emotional as he walked off the field.
Why Did He Do It?
We still don’t know why.
The player, who has still not been identified, walked off the field during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game between the New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills.
The game was being played in Orchard Park, New York.
The unidentified player walked off the field and into the tunnel leading to the locker room with about 10 minutes remaining in the game. He never returned to the field.
It is unclear if the player quit the team or was benching himself.
How Did Fans React?
Many fans were outraged when they saw the video of an NFL player walking off the field while the National Anthem was playing. Some people started to boo the player, while others chanted “USA! USA!” in support of the country. There were also a few people who held up signs that said “Respect our flag” and “Stand for our anthem.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is clear that many NFL players have chosen to peacefully protest by kneeling during the national anthem. Some players, like Marshawn Lynch and Michael Bennett, have also raised their fists during the anthem. However, no player has yet chosen to walk off the field while the anthem is playing.
