The specific rule pertaining to the national anthem is found on pages A62-63 of the league rulebook. It states:
“The National Anthem must be played prior to every NFL game, and all players must be on the sideline for the National Anthem.
“During the National Anthem, players on the field and bench area should stand at attention, face the flag, hold helmets in their left hand, and refrain from talking. The home team should ensure that the American flag is in good condition. It should be pointed out to players and coaches that we continue to be judged by the public in this area of respect for the flag and our country. Failure to be on the field by the start of the National Anthem may result in discipline, such as fines, suspensions, and/or the forfeiture of draft choice(s) for violations of the above, including first offenses.”
Rules are so Twentieth Century :(
And that, that prior, during Obama’s term, the government was paying the players and other personnel to be out there during the National Anthem. Surely, someone posted this.
https://townhall.com/tipsheet/timothymeads/2017/09/24/draft-n2385792
Did Aaron Rodgers actually protest out there? I saw a picture, that is disappointing if so. Wish the Pack had lost.
That reference does not exist.
http://operations.nfl.com/media/2224/2016-nfl-rulebook.pdf
Fake news.
Rules are for white peoples.