Colin Kaepernick Did Not Say He Would Stand For The National Anthem If He Plays Again

Former NFL Quarterback Colin Kaepernick is eagerly in the hunt to make an NFL roster, but an earlier report which claims he was willing to stand for the National Anthem as a stipulation for employment is false.

CBS Sports reporter Jason La Canfora had initially said that Colin would stand for the Anthem, but this report was immediately rebuffed by Kaepernick's girlfriend Nessa via Twitter:

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After this unfortunate misunderstanding, La Canfora clarified the snafu he didn't discuss the issue of standing for the national anthem with Kaepernick, and instead was relying on previous reporting by ESPN in March.

Bleacherreport.com reports, Kaepernick is the most qualified quarterback remaining on the open market. He threw for 2,241 yards and 16 touchdowns against four interceptions in 2016 as one of the few bright spots in an ugly San Francisco 49ers season. While not the superstar some thought he'd be, Kaepernick is a fine pocket passer who keeps defenses honest with his rushing ability.