SANTA CLARA, CA – SEPTEMBER 12: Colin Kaepernick #7 and Eric Reid #35 of the San Francisco 49ers kneel in protest during the national anthem prior to playing the Los Angeles Rams in their NFL game at Levi’s Stadium on September 12, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2016By Ryan Williamson on

With Colin Kaepernick making so many headlines off the field, it can be hard to remember that he is the starting quarterback for the struggling San Francisco 49ers.

But despite those headlines, we got to see Kaepernick play in the spotlight as the 49ers took on the New England Patriots. While reading off a highlight featuring Kaepernick, NFL RedZone host Scott Hanson referenced Kaepernick’s decision not to vote, causing many to turn their heads.

Woof. That’s a nice ol’ shot at No. 7. Knowing that the internet was stirring over that comment, Hanson came out and addressed his reference to Kaepernick’s voting history.

It’s hard to believe that this comment wasn’t at all political. It had to be rooted in some sort of political belief by Hanson. Either way, it is surely one way to get viewers to move their heads toward the TV and see what’s going on. It also shows us that the Kaepernick saga will continue to make headlines for the immediate future.

[SB Nation]

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Ryan is a recent graduate of the University of Missouri and has recently returned to his Minnesota roots. He previously has worked for the Columbia Missourian, KFAN radio in Minneapolis and BringMeTheNews.com. Feel free to email me at rwilliamson29 AT Gmail dot com.

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