**BREAKING NEWS**

The National Football League (NFL) has announced that seven players have been disqualified from the upcoming season under its new “No Kneeling” policy. The policy, which was introduced in response to the controversy surrounding player protests during the national anthem, has been met with widespread criticism from fans, players, and civil rights groups.

The seven players who have been disqualified include some of the league’s most high-profile stars, including quarterback Colin Kaepernick, wide receiver Marshawn Lynch, and safety Eric Reid. All three players have been vocal critics of the NFL’s handling of the anthem protests and have been open about their desire to use their platform to bring attention to social justice issues.

The disqualification comes after a lengthy investigation into the players’ actions during the 2017 season. The investigation was sparked by a series of high-profile protests during which players took a knee during the national anthem to protest police brutality and systemic racism.

The NFL’s new “No Kneeling” policy is designed to prevent players from engaging in similar protests in the future. The policy states that players who take a knee during the national anthem will be subject to disciplinary action, including fines and suspensions.

The move has been widely criticized by fans, players, and civil rights groups, who argue that the policy is an attempt to stifle free speech and silence marginalized voices. The policy has also been met with resistance from some NFL owners, who have publicly expressed their opposition to the policy.

“This is a clear attempt to silence marginalized voices and stifle free speech,” said Colin Kaepernick, one of the disqualified players. “I am proud to stand with my fellow players who are willing to take a stand against systemic racism and police brutality. We will not be silenced.”

The NFL has defended its policy, stating that it is necessary to maintain a positive and respectful environment for fans and players. However, many are calling for the league to reconsider its stance and allow players to continue to express themselves freely.

“This is a dark day for the NFL,” said Eric Reid, another disqualified player. “We are not going to let this policy go unchallenged. We will continue to stand up for what is right and fight for justice and equality.”

The controversy has sparked a heated debate about free speech, social justice, and the role of sports in society. Many are calling for fans to boycott the NFL and for sponsors to withdraw their support from the league.

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* The Full Story: How 7 Players Were Disqualified Under New ‘No Kneeling’ Policy
* The Backlash: Fans, Players, and Civil Rights Groups Speak Out Against Policy
* The Investigation: How the NFL Investigated Player Protests