In an Instagram message posted Wednesday morning, Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall further explained his decision to kneel for the national anthem last Thursday and reaffirmed his commitment to trying to effect change in the local community.
Marshall, who has spoken often of the “end game” with the protests, pledged $300 for every tackle he makes this season to Denver organizations and programs to address “critical social issues.”
“I plan to be involved with several other organizations that benefit the Denver community and others through the services, awareness and funds they provide for these critical social issues,” he wrote, alongside a photo of him with Denver police chief Robert White.