Longtime linebacker James Harrison, 39, who recently signed with the New England Patriots, was spotted standing alone for the national anthem before Sunday’s game.
The rest of the Patriots stood together on the sideline, while Harrison stood behind them prior to the kickoff against the New York Jets.
Harrison has not protested during the national anthem like others have, though he said he doesn’t have any objection to NFL players who decide to, saying, “If they feel like that’s something they want to do, that’s their right,” according to the Bleecher Report.
Many on social media were confused at the display and speculated about the reason, wondering if it was related to the protests, whether he was getting on with team members, or for some other reason.
