… The Vikings lost an opener for the first time since falling 20-3 at San Francisco in 2015; Zimmer’s teams are now 5-2 in openers. Minnesota quarterback Kirk Cousins has been very inconsistent. The Minnesota Vikings paid tribute to George Floyd on Sunday before their game against the Greenbay Packers. Minnesota Vikings Vikings bring attention to social justice, and six players kneel for anthem Vikings defensive tackle Jalyn Holmes (90) takes a … That’s their decision, so it is what it is.”. The Vikings had six players on the 53-man roster inactive because game-day rosters have been increased from 46 to 48 and a new rule allowed them to elevate linebacker Hardy Nickerson off the practice squad for the game. Minnesota Vikings Vikings still discussing plan for national anthem this weekend Minnesota Vikings players lock arms during the playing of the national anthem before an NFL football game … Here’s who’s running. “We’re appreciative they’re willing to come here and be part of this ceremony, and we know George Floyd has been a really big part of starting a lot of the focus on social justice in our world,” Andrew Miller, the Vikings’ chief operating officer said. Before coming to Minnesota, he covered the Miami Heat and Dolphins for Fox Sports. The offense scored just 11 points. 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' played in the background. Dane Mizutani: All aboard Rick Spielman’s train of excuses for 1-5 Vikings Floyd died after being detained by police in Minneapolis on May 25. Kansas City Chiefs fans face backlash after booing at NFL opener, Alicia Keys and NFL launch $1B fund for Black businesses and community. Floyd’s family members could be seen on the Jumbotron, TMZ reported. Reich’s gesture of kneeling was a team decision, made collectively to send a message. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Several members of the Minnesota Vikings knelt during the national anthem before the Colts’ home opener in Lucas Oil Stadium. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. Of course, any and all of these reactions are better than what some fans did during Thursday night's premiere match between the Chiefs and Texans ... fans booed when the players locked arms in unity. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. Not only has George Floyd’s death led to protests across the country, but players have spoken out in order to cause change within the NFL.

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