Colin Kaepernick. The one name which still buzzes around the legacy of pro football. He has been a figure who excelled as a quarterback and also fought for the community. Most NFL followers are well aware of his pre-game stance, which has been divisive all the way. But Joy Behar has some other beliefs about what Kaep’s kneeling meant.
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Colin Kaepernick was a buzz all over the offseason. He has moved forward with his life, working over his distinct endeavors. However, he also kept a return to the turf open. One thing’s for sure: he will not leave any moment to give up any chance to make a resurgence in the NFL.
Comedian and TV Host Joy Behar claimed on ABC’s talk show “The View,” that Colin Kaepernick was “thrown off the team” for saying a prayer while kneeling on the sidelines during the national anthem. Behar made the comments because of the SCOTUS prayer case.
Joy Behar on the SCOTUS prayer case: "I’d like to know if it would apply to Colin Kaepernick… the guy takes a knee and he gets thrown off the team. He could be … praying that these people would leave him alone… Suddenly it’s illegal for him but it’s okay for this group." pic.twitter.com/KTDu3F8tNb
— Washington Free Beacon (@FreeBeacon) June 28, 2022
Behar claims, “He takes a knee — I don’t know if this is really legal or any of what I’m saying — but it seems to me like the guy takes a knee and he gets thrown off the team. But he could be praying, too, praying, you know, that these people would leave him alone. I don’t know what he’s praying for. But he could be praying. Who knows what you’re doing when you take a knee. Doesn’t that look like prayer to you? Suddenly it’s illegal for him, but it’s okay for this guy.”
On a fact-checking note, the league did not throw off Colin Kaepernick. After the 2016–17 season, his contract expired, and he could not find a new team to compete alongside. Moreover, his kneeling was not for prayers but was a silent protest for a cause.
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Was Colin Kaepernick a ‘Disaster’ in the Raiders workout?
When the Raiders gave Colin Kaepernick a tryout in their facility, he got his moment. The workout results are yet to be out. However, Warren Sapp asserts during his appearance on VladTv that Kap’s workout was a “disaster” and “one of the worst workouts ever.” It shocked him that a recording didn’t get leaked because it was so distasteful.
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After Warren Sapp’s comments went public, Kaep’s agent, Jeff Nalley, came for some crisis response. He spoke to PFT via text, saying Sapp did not engage with the GM or coach. He adds Kaepernick was in good shape and slung the ball very well. Warren said that which surprises him because it is untrue.
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