“Our league is f-----g terrified of Trump. Trump railed against the league and team owners last year for not punishing players who showed “total disrespect” for the American flag. The pressure was reportedly felt among the owners league wide. NFL owners expressed their concerns in a secret meeting with players last fall, the New York Times reported. - President Trump on anthem kneelersThe protests led some to boycott watching NFL games last season and it appeared to have played a part in the NFL’s ratings.

Source: Fox News May 24, 2018 09:51 UTC