Two Minnesota Vikings linebackers are speaking out in response to a statement issued by the National Football League.
The league’s statement expressed condolences to the Floyd family; Breonna Taylor, who was shot and killed by Louisville Metro Police Department officers in March; and Ahmaud Arbery, whose February death is being investigated as a federal hate crime.
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In the statement, the NFL addressed its commitment to using its platform “in communities and as part of the fabric of American society” and that “we embrace that responsibility and are committed to continuing the important work to address these systemic issues together with our players, clubs and partners.”
Vikings linebackers Eric Kendricks and Anthony Barr, who are on the team’s social justice committee, issued identical tweets denouncing the league’s stance.
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