The Kaepernick Legacy: A Decade of Courage in the Face of Hostility Colin Kaepernick's decision to kneel during the national anthem in 2016 sparked a firestorm of controversy that engulfed the NFL and far beyond.
His actions were not just about protesting police brutality, but also challenging the notion of patriotism.
Kaepernick's childhood was marked by painful experiences, including being tied to a rose tree by children who hurled racial slurs at him.