New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan led the way in slamming President Trump after he criticized players on Twitter for protesting during the national anthem on Thursday during a preseason game.
Between the lines: Jordan is one of many who are angered by the fact that Trump is criticizing athletes once again for not standing for the National Anthem — but has yet to speak on the "Unite the Right" White Nationalist rally coming to Washington this weekend.
Multiple players kneeling or raising a fist while the National Anthem was played during NFL preseason games on Thursday night, drawing a Twitter rebuke from President Trump on Friday morning:
"The NFL players are at it again - taking a knee when they should be standing proudly for the National Anthem. Numerous players, from different teams, wanted to show their “outrage” at something that most of them are unable to define. They make a fortune doing what they love... Be happy, be cool! A football game, that fans are paying soooo much money to watch and enjoy, is no place to protest. Most of that money goes to the players anyway. Find another way to protest. Stand proudly for your National Anthem or be Suspended Without Pay!"
