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Here's how Colin Kaepernick's decision to not stand during the anthem has evolved into a nationwide protest among NFL players

Louise LiuSep 14, 2016, 22:44 IST

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When Colin Kaepernick sat during the national anthem before the San Francisco 49ers' preseason game in August, he was the only NFL player who did so and he said he was doing it to protest social injustices.

The quarterback's move has immediately lit the sports world on fire and has stirred a national conversation. His protest has been continuously joined by teammates and other players in the NFL league.

Here's a complete timeline of Kaepernick's protest starting as an individual attempt and every NFL player who has followed suit.