How is the sports world responding to the George Floyd protests?

ST PAUL, MINNESOTA - MAY 31: Demonstrators protest death of George Floyd (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) — ST PAUL, MINNESOTA – MAY 31: Demonstrators protest death of George Floyd (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

How is the NFL, MLB and NFL world responding to the George Floyd protests?

It’s been a difficult week for America as many of the nation has come together to protest the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis police. Citizens have taken to forming protests, first to call for the arrest of the Derek Chauvin and the other officers involved in the incident that many are calling murder, and now to voice a greater displeasure about the way police handle men and women of color.

The protests have turned violent and destructive as masses of people have been seen looting and rioting in the streets of cities around the United States. More people have died from the protests and the police’s reaction to them, forcing everyone to take a stand on one side or the other.

Now, as protests grow many athletes and organizations have voiced their support of the issues plaguing America.

How has the NFL responded to the George Floyd protests?

Perhaps one of the more controversial statements came from the NFL on Saturday. The statement brought cries of hypocrisy with Colin Kaepernick’s name being brought into the equation. Kaepernick has announced his Know Your Rights Camp campaign will provide legal assistance to protestors who were arrested by police.

How has the MLB responded to the George Floyd protests?

The MLB has not issued a statement at press time but various players and teams have, here are just a few including the home team, Minnesota Twins.

Racism is engrained in our society/culture and the world seems incapable of change. To change the world we must begin with ourselves. Truly look in the mirror and identify if you’re part of the problem or the solution. Your true colors will always be revealed!

— Marcus Stroman (@STR0) May 30, 2020

Racism is thriving in America. That’s a fact. If you choose to turn a blind eye towards it…you’re part of the problem that will continue to destroy this nation. Wake up and look in the mirror!

— Marcus Stroman (@STR0) May 31, 2020

Enough is Enough. It’s going to take everyone to help this system change. No matter your color or attributes, We are all human, who know what’s right deep down. Making a real change will be Justice for Floyd & everyone who came before him. Let’s all be a part of the change🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/SERaY4K34X

— Giancarlo Stanton (@Giancarlo818) May 31, 2020

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Here’s the thing. I know it’s hard to fully grasp why black people are outraged. It’s hard to grasp unless you’ve seen people hold their purses tighter when you walk by, when you have people refer to you as “not black” when you’re not “ghetto”. When your parents have to give you a talk when you’re just a kid. “you can’t act like your white friends. you’ll get killed. they won’t” This is a generational discussion EVERY black family has. It terrifies you as a kid, and as an adult. You don’t understand why we know, those officers didn’t flinch at murdering that man, because he is black. The race card. We hold it. You tell us “it’s not about race” if we ever hold you to it. You don’t want us to have even that 1 bone chilling “privilege” of defense. You don’t want us to hold any privilege. We don’t hold the privilege of being a criminal, making a mistake, or simply taking a jog, the same as a white man, and being treated the same. He couldn’t breathe. He was murdered. They were gently fired from their jobs. This isn’t right. This can’t go on. (if you assume “you”, is you, and you’re upset about the generalization…… just think about that for a second)

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How has the NBA responded to the George Floyd protests?

The GOAT Michael Jordan spoke on the issues plaguing America.

Read the Sacramento Kings’ official statement

NBA commissioner Adam Silver addressed league employees via a memo, which was later obtained by the press where he wrote:

“Just as we are fighting a pandemic, which is impacting communities and people of color more than anyone else, we are being reminded that there are wounds in our country that have never healed,” Silver said. “Racism, police brutality and racial injustice remain part of everyday life in America and cannot be ignored. At the same time, those who serve and protect our communities honorably and heroically are again left to answer for those who don’t.”

How have other sports responded to the George Floyd protests?

The UFC, which held a live event on Saturday evening paid tribute during their main card broadcast on ESPN.

Today I saw my community giving, mourning, preaching, singing, cleaning, and demanding justice. Until you’ve walked the streets of America Black, you cannot tell us how to grieve. I am proud of the beauty and strength I saw today. pic.twitter.com/CnQu6Lz5ZW

— JT Brown (@JTBrown23) May 31, 2020

A soccer player, Jadon Sancho, wore a yellow shirt with the words “justice for George Floyd” during a game

I’m siding with my brothers that deal, and continuously deal, with things I will never experience. The injustice is clear.. and so is the hate. It can no longer be explained away. If you’re still “explaining” it – check your heart and ask why.

— Trevor Lawrence (@Trevorlawrencee) May 29, 2020

Many celebrities, politicians and journalists have voiced their feelings on the issues and we encourage you to read what your favorite players and organizations are saying about this very important, heated issue.

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