Colin Kaepernick: Photos of 49ers Quarterback’s Protest

By Peter Panacy | Sep 27, 2016

Sep 1, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) walks up the tunnel after a 31-21 win over the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 1, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; A San Francisco 49ers fan holds up a sign in reference to quarterback Colin Kaepernick (not pictured) during the second half of the game against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. San Francisco won 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports /

A Slight to Veterans?

Many viewed Colin Kaepernick’s protest during the national anthem as an outright disrespect to veterans and law enforcement.