After an offseason of social and political turmoil, NFL players made it clear on the night of the season opener that they would continue to shine a light on social injustice and police brutality against African Americans. It’s about making sure that people understand that Black lives do matter,” Texans coach Bill O’Brien said after the game. Both teams then were booed as they linked arms in the middle of the field for a moment of silence. The league has said “the moment of silence is dedicated to the ongoing fight for equality in our country”. The Kansas City Chiefs stand with locked arms before the start of their game against the Houston Texans.

Source: The Irish Times September 11, 2020 08:02 UTC