Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Once Dropped Bombs on Colin Kaepernick When the Former Niner Found Himself Knee Deep in Controversy

Published 07/02/2022, 2:25 AM EDT

In 2017, NFL franchise Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones shared his opinions about former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick. In 2016, the former Niners QB was a figure of immense scrutiny and debate among fans for publicly displaying his beliefs while kneeling before the game. Jones sent a clear message to all his players and supporters that such expressions would not be tolerated in Dallas.

While talking about the kneeling situation during the pre-game national anthem, Jones stated, “If we are disrespecting the flag, then we won’t play. Period. Period. We’re going to respect the flag. We cannot in the NFL, in any way, give the implication that we tolerate disrespecting the flag. We cannot do that.” The Cowboys’ GM was trying to send a clear and concise message so that the players and the organization remain on the same page.

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Despite Jones and his reservations about the silent and impactful way of protests, the NFL Players Association was proud of his professional conduct. The Cowboys owner admitted that the whole situation seemed to emanate from external factors. He added that the franchise would continue respecting the American flag.

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While the changes have never been more promising for Kaepernick’s return, it appears the window is closing. Despite getting his tryout with Las Vegas Raiders in recent months, there have been no developments regarding the former Super Bowl finalist. While there have been contrasting reports surrounding it, former NFL legend Warren Moon might have been right all along.

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During his interview with TMZ Sports in March, Moon was casting doubts about the willingness among the owners to let the former Niners QB back into the fold. The former Houston Oilers QB stated the owners are a tight-knit group and hardly change their ways.

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Kaepernick doesn’t seem to have much time left to get absorbed as a QB in the league as the teams start preparations for the upcoming season. The former Niners QB finds himself without a team. The 2022 NFL campaign could be over for Kaepernick before it had time to bloom.

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An NFL author at EssentiallySports, Anuj Tazhatuveetil is pursuing a Master's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. Initially, he worked as a freelance content writer and later as a part of Sports404. An unquenchable thirst to learn about all things NFL and NBA, adding to a rather healthy obsession with playing outdoor sports like basketball, and soccer with an almost encyclopedic knowledge of this industry make him a sports aficionado.

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Deepika Bhaduri

Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Once Dropped Bombs on Colin Kaepernick When the Former Niner Found Himself Knee Deep in Controversy

Jerry Jones and other NFL owners differ from Colin Kaepernick’s perspective

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