Police unions in New York and New Jersey are promising to pay a fine the NFL may levy against Tennessee Titans linebacker Avery Williamson for wearing 9/11-themed cleats in Sunday’s game against the Vikings, according to multiple reports.
With Sunday marking the 15th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, Williamson wanted to pay his respects by sporting the special shoes. Upon being informed by the NFL that a fine would be forthcoming if he violated the league’s uniform policy, Williamson changed plans and decided to auction to cleats to benefit Operation Warrior Wishes.