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Subject: Fox News Very Sorry For Bashing Praying Eagles Wed Jun 06, 2018 12:48 pm
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CLAIM
Players on the Philadelphia Eagles knelt in protest during the National Anthem throughout the 2017 regular NFL season.
WHAT'S TRUE
The Philadelphia Eagles stood during the national anthem throughout the 2017 NFL regular season and playoffs; Ron Brooks, a player who was cut from the roster before the season started, knelt in protest during at least one pre-season game.
WHAT'S FALSE
The Philadelphia Eagles had a reputation for kneeling during the anthem during the 2017 season.
ORIGIN
Since 2016, a number of National Football League players have been peacefully protesting against police brutality and social inequality by kneeling while the national anthem plays during pre-game ceremonies.