There have been individual protests before, with players kneeling or sitting during the national anthem, but in the City Section, there’s a rule requiring teams to be on the field. “It’s a school’s responsibility to comply with the rules of the game and section,” said City Section Commissioner John Aguirre. My wife’s in the military.”The controversy was played out at NFL stadiums on Sunday in the wake of President Trump call for owners to take action against players not standing for the national anthem as a protest. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin told CBS: “People shouldn't have to choose. If a guy wants to go about his normal business and participate in the anthem, he shouldn't be forced to choose sides.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 24, 2017 17:48 UTC