President Trump had made it clear that players in the NFL should stand for anthem. He also wanted owners to fire anyone who wouldn’t obey.
Trump created controversy after he made comments about the matter. This came about after Colin Kaepernick knelt during the anthem in protest.
A few other players eventually joined in the protest. The protest however grew on a much larger scale after Trump pressed owners to fire players.
The following week saw many teams, players, staff and some owners kneeling in protest.
One of those who joined his team was Jerry Jones. He joined his players with hands locked and knelt before the anthem played. They however stood during the playing of the anthem with hands still locked
Jones Statement
Jones however made it clear that if any of his players disrespected the flag they would be benched. He made the statement after being asked about Mike Pence.
The Vice President recently left a game after players protested. Mike Pence had said he couldn’t stay after what took place. He thought him staying would be a sign that he approved.
The President showered praise on Mike Pence for his act. He even tweeted that he told Pence to leave if it happened.
Jones said “if there’s anything that is disrespectful to the flag, then we will not play.”
“OK? Understand? If we are disrespecting the flag, then we won’t play. Period,” he said.
