I don’t know what’s going on the football league but it seems like the NFL is paying players to stand during the national anthem. This really bugs me and not in a good way; when players have to be paid to show respect for the flag, something is wrong.
I’ve heard some of the people involved claim that the players get paid for taking a stand during the anthem, but I’m not buying it; this is a means to an end and it’s wrong. Just because you can pay them doesn’t make it a good idea. The players should be taking a stand of their own volition, not because they’re being paid to do so.
Playing in the NFL is a privilege in and of itself; you don’t need to be paid to stand for the anthem. It’s a symbol of patriotism and pride, and it should be respected as such.
I’m not saying this is the only issue facing the NFL, but it’s definitely a major one. The fact that they’re paying players to stand for the anthem is a huge red flag, and it’s not something that should be taken lightly.
I get it, there’s money to be made and the players want to get theirs, but at what cost? When money is the only thing that motivates people to stand for the anthem, it cheapens a powerful and meaningful gesture. It’s a disservice to everyone involved.
It’s hard to be a fan of the NFL when I hear about stuff like this. It’s difficult to watch games and feel connected when I know that not everyone respects the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that come with standing for the anthem.
What does this mean for the future of the NFL? I don’t know. This could backfire big time; I have a feeling people aren’t going to be happy about this. Maybe I’m wrong, but I’m sure the NFL will realize at some point that this was a bad move.