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Players and Teams Who Protested During National Anthem in NFL Preseason Week 1

The NFL preseason is underway, and player protests against police brutality and racial injustice have continued after many policy discussions during the offseason.

In May, NFL owners voted to settle the national anthem debate by removing a requirement for players to be on the field during the national anthem.

Under the new rule, players and team personnel need to stand and "show respect for the flag and the Anthem" when on the field. Anyone who chooses to not stand for the anthem can stay in the locker room. Teams will be fined by the league if someone does not "show respect" and can choose to punish their players as well.