During the 2016 NFL preseason, Colin Kaepernick protested against racial injustice and police brutality in the United States by not standing during the National Anthem before games. After a period of media scrutiny, which was egged on in part by former President Donald Trump, his message had been spun into a statement that disrespects the military. Kaepernick was subsequently released and kept from signing with another NFL team. After a seemingly bogus tryout in 2019 and settling out of court with the NFL, Kaepernick dove headfirst into partnerships with brands and various foundations dedicated to activism around police brutality and racial injustices.

On the next slides, check out photos of Kapernick’s limited edition Nike apparel and photos of the various celebrities that photographed supported the QB-turned-activist by wearing his #IMWITHKAP jersey.

Chamillionaire & Steph Curry

Ebro Darden

The Breakfast Club

Trey Songz

Kevin Durant

Dr. Angela Davis

Iconic political activist

LeBron James

Before the 2021 NFL season, EA Sports added Colin Kaepernick as a playable character in their console video game, Madden NFL 21.

For more information on Colin Kaepernick's activism work, make sure to visit his website at the link below.