The following is a timeline of former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protest and grievance case against the NFL:
Aug. 26, 2016 — A photo is tweeted showing 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick sitting for the national anthem during a preseason game. Kaepernick says he was protesting oppression of people of color and police brutality.
Sept. 1, 2016 — Kaepernick kneels during the anthem at a preseason game; he is joined by teammate Eric Reid.
Oct. 3, 2016 — A kneeling Kaepernick is featured on the cover of Time magazine.