Speaking candidly at a press conference, the Patriots quarterback was quoted as saying he would “rather retire tomorrow” than wear it. The remarks spread rapidly across social media, triggering intense backlash from league observers and advocacy groups.
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The controversy surrounding Drake Maye’s recent comments has sent shockwaves through the NFL. As one of the league’s promising young quarterbacks, Maye has become a lightning rod for discussion after voicing his refusal to wear the LGBT rainbow captain’s armband, a symbol of inclusion and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Then you’re missing the fight. Players open prayers. Thanking Jesus before and after the game. Players on their knees together, praying, and news agencies cutting feed. Trying to hide it. The fight is there. It’s worth it. All this is for Jesus. He doesn’t ask for it. But for us who follow Him, we want to show our love and support for our savior. That includes NFL players. And all that sounds Tarded to you? Don’t call me a patriot, I’m a Christian first.
I remember when they didn't respect our flag or country.
It wasn't that long ago.
Don't get me started on the satanic half time shows.
It’s a football game, they could keep the flag out of it for all I care. But, instead before every game they pull out the biggest American flag with probably a hundred people holding it while they sing the anthem. I mean what’s next, I have to pledge allegiance when I go to church? Keep it out imo. God doesn’t care about our allegiance towards a flag. Heaven isn’t gonna have any patriotic symbols for those people. And after all that, players are still being very vocal about Jesus. Openly talking about their faith. And it’s not wanted by “people”. Yet they do it. And that’s awesome to see. I love watching football. But I love Jesus 1000% more. So to see those two intertwined is very nice to see. Will Satan intervene? Of course, that’s what he does. But if I walked away with my feelings every time Satan intervened, they win. I don’t see any halftime shows the whole season, so I won’t be watching the superbowl’s either. I just turn the channel. So will everyone else. Massive ratings drop. They wanna mess up every thing, complying is up to the person. But avoiding something intentionally, something you enjoy(d)because they taint it, that’s exactly what the want. Soon they’ll be bursting up into churches to get people not to go….oh wait. Guess where I’m going here in a few? Church. Sunday school first tho.
Watch the game then.
It's not for me.
Well it’s just a friendly reminder that everyone that does, isn’t “Tarded”. It reminds me of what my preacher said, he mentioned people walked away from football when someone took a knee to a flag. But they don’t hesitate when their music, movies, or even themselves use the Lord’s name in vain. Not even bothered by it. But don’t dare disrespect a flag. It just shows where their loyalty lies imo.
Do you still watch the whole game between those prayer moments? All entertainment leagues showed their true colors during BLM. All donating millions to BLM. In the end it’s all bread and circus.
I propose your prayers support the fight you speak of better than your viewership.
I generally watch the whole game yes. Even pregame stuff. Not to much postgame. All season and even playoffs, no BLM. No black anthem. Nothing. Might see a helmet with “choose love”, that’s about it. Most players an esp fans don’t give two craps about that stuff. And I’m glad players are becoming vocal now. Really started last year. And good for them. For the Super Bowl, I won’t watch the halftime, like most others won’t either. I just turn the channel. When 100million others do it, they see the rating drop. They know. They know if they go to far it’s gonna be bad. People’s agendas aren’t gonna stop anytime soon. People have to learn how to make a statement in return. You could completely walk away, sure. So eventually they’ll keep you excluded totally. And not from football, anything. Eventually you have to take a stand or statement, and your wallet is the best way in most situations. But what about church? If they can bust up into church, and get away with it, people will stop going. I won’t. I’m not gonna let Satan use his minions to deter me that easily. Can’t hide forever. Jesus didn’t. Be bold.