Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year

Danno · 09-03-2020, 10:41 AM

Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year

NEW ORLEANS — The NFL’s 2020 season will be unprecedented and not just because of the Coronavirus and fewer fans in the stands.

The league is taking a large and visual stand against racism.

Wednesday, – crews in New Orleans worked on signage outside the Mercedes Benz Superdome.

Inside, the turf is down, and we are one step closer to the Saints home opener on Sept. 13.

This year, the NFL will emphasize its initiatives and commitment to bringing about racial equality and social justice.

Former LSU and NFL defensive tackle Marlon Favorite said it’s about time.

“I think that uncomfortable conversation is most definitely necessary right now,” Favorite said. “I think this does put the league going in the right direction for the systemic issues we’ve been dealing with in America.”

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed the phrases "It Takes All of Us" and "End Racism" would appear in NFL end zones this season.

Saints fans walking by the dome applauded the league for taking a stand.

“Showing unity and peace in this world,” Emile Young said. “That’s what we need for everyday life.”

“It needs to end, honestly,” Wendy Saddy said. “It’s freedom of speech and it sets a good example.”

Braden Robinson decided not to renew his Saints season tickets when players started kneeling in protest during the national anthem.

The 22-year Army veteran said he agrees with the cause, but not the forum.

“I don’t think anybody wants politics interjected into sports, at all,” Robinson said. “It’s not what you pay for. People go to games to relax. They go to escape.”

https://www.wwltv.com/article/sports...f-44984aa30c07

frydaddy · 09-03-2020, 11:00 AM

Well that oughta do it. Everyone knows the best way to bring about change is to stencil words onto a football field.

Seriously though, the actual best way to end racism would be to end the democratic party and do away with legacy media. Otherwise it will be resurrected every election cycle.

iceshack149 · 09-03-2020, 11:25 AM

Welp. The NFL did it. They ended racism. How brave and honorable.

iceshack149 · 09-03-2020, 11:32 AM

Originally Posted by Danno

Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year

Braden Robinson decided not to renew his Saints season tickets when players started kneeling in protest during the national anthem.

The 22-year Army veteran said he agrees with the cause, but not the forum.

“I don’t think anybody wants politics interjected into sports, at all,” Robinson said. “It’s not what you pay for. People go to games to relax. They go to escape.”

https://www.wwltv.com/article/sports...f-44984aa30c07

These are exactly my thoughts and I think it's safe to assume that the majority of NFL fans feel this way as well.

Don't post a poll, Guido...

jeanpierre · 09-03-2020, 11:32 AM

Brilliant move, Goodell. Really, brilliant to be proactive about an issue that deflects from something the NFL has the worst reputation - Domestic Violence...

Now all that bad press falls away...

Rugby Saint II · 09-03-2020, 11:34 AM

End racism. Nothing wrong with that. However, I just don't believe that will actually do the job. It's just an obvious appeasement of the BLM movement which doesn't matter to me one way or the other. It's all political now. What happened to a relaxing Sunday watching football in peace without getting political?

AsylumGuido · 09-03-2020, 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II

End racism. Nothing wrong with that. However, I just don't believe that will actually do the job. It's just an obvious appeasement of the BLM movement which doesn't matter to me one way or the other. It's all political now. What happened to a relaxing Sunday watching football in peace without getting political?

It's easy. Just ignore the political parts and enjoy the game itself. Only seven days until the first kickoff and ten days until the start of our second Lombardi run! I can't wait!!

SmashMouth · 09-03-2020, 02:28 PM

The Dude · 09-03-2020, 03:24 PM

I’m fine with that.
If it gets to the point where announcers talk about social issues throughout the entire game it’s going to get old. I watch the games for entertainment and not public service announcements. Sometimes you need an escape from everyday life and to me that’s football. It doesn’t mean I disagree with their message.

AsylumGuido · 09-03-2020, 03:40 PM

Originally Posted by The Dude

I’m fine with that.
If it gets to the point where announcers talk about social issues throughout the entire game it’s going to get old. I watch the games for entertainment and not public service announcements. Sometimes you need an escape from everyday life and to me that’s football. It doesn’t mean I disagree with their message.

No doubt we'll hear quite bit of that in week one, but before long the entertainment will take over.

09-03-2020, 10:41 AM	#1
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,653	Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year NEW ORLEANS — The NFL’s 2020 season will be unprecedented and not just because of the Coronavirus and fewer fans in the stands. The league is taking a large and visual stand against racism. Wednesday, – crews in New Orleans worked on signage outside the Mercedes Benz Superdome. Inside, the turf is down, and we are one step closer to the Saints home opener on Sept. 13. This year, the NFL will emphasize its initiatives and commitment to bringing about racial equality and social justice. Former LSU and NFL defensive tackle Marlon Favorite said it’s about time. “I think that uncomfortable conversation is most definitely necessary right now,” Favorite said. “I think this does put the league going in the right direction for the systemic issues we’ve been dealing with in America.” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed the phrases "It Takes All of Us" and "End Racism" would appear in NFL end zones this season. Saints fans walking by the dome applauded the league for taking a stand. “Showing unity and peace in this world,” Emile Young said. “That’s what we need for everyday life.” “It needs to end, honestly,” Wendy Saddy said. “It’s freedom of speech and it sets a good example.” Braden Robinson decided not to renew his Saints season tickets when players started kneeling in protest during the national anthem. The 22-year Army veteran said he agrees with the cause, but not the forum. “I don’t think anybody wants politics interjected into sports, at all,” Robinson said. “It’s not what you pay for. People go to games to relax. They go to escape.” https://www.wwltv.com/article/sports...f-44984aa30c07 Thirty3 likes this.

09-03-2020, 11:00 AM	#2
frydaddy 1000 Posts + Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Lafayette Posts: 1,947 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Well that oughta do it. Everyone knows the best way to bring about change is to stencil words onto a football field. Seriously though, the actual best way to end racism would be to end the democratic party and do away with legacy media. Otherwise it will be resurrected every election cycle. Saintsfan4ever, jnormand, MatthewT and 6 others like this.

09-03-2020, 11:25 AM	#3
iceshack149 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 4,095 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Welp. The NFL did it. They ended racism. How brave and honorable. jnormand, jeanpierre, Srgt. Hulka and 1 others like this.

09-03-2020, 11:32 AM	#4
iceshack149 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 4,095 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Originally Posted by Danno Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Braden Robinson decided not to renew his Saints season tickets when players started kneeling in protest during the national anthem. The 22-year Army veteran said he agrees with the cause, but not the forum. “I don’t think anybody wants politics interjected into sports, at all,” Robinson said. “It’s not what you pay for. People go to games to relax. They go to escape.” https://www.wwltv.com/article/sports...f-44984aa30c07 These are exactly my thoughts and I think it's safe to assume that the majority of NFL fans feel this way as well. Don't post a poll, Guido...

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jeanpierre Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Thibodaux Posts: 43,543 Blog Entries: 39	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Brilliant move, Goodell. Really, brilliant to be proactive about an issue that deflects from something the NFL has the worst reputation - Domestic Violence... Now all that bad press falls away... iceshack149, jnormand, Beastmode and 2 others like this.
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Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 23,762	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year End racism. Nothing wrong with that. However, I just don't believe that will actually do the job. It's just an obvious appeasement of the BLM movement which doesn't matter to me one way or the other. It's all political now. What happened to a relaxing Sunday watching football in peace without getting political? gosaints1 likes this.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 24,395	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II End racism. Nothing wrong with that. However, I just don't believe that will actually do the job. It's just an obvious appeasement of the BLM movement which doesn't matter to me one way or the other. It's all political now. What happened to a relaxing Sunday watching football in peace without getting political? It's easy. Just ignore the political parts and enjoy the game itself. Only seven days until the first kickoff and ten days until the start of our second Lombardi run! I can't wait!!

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The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,006	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year I’m fine with that. If it gets to the point where announcers talk about social issues throughout the entire game it’s going to get old. I watch the games for entertainment and not public service announcements. Sometimes you need an escape from everyday life and to me that’s football. It doesn’t mean I disagree with their message. leilung, AsylumGuido, jeanpierre and 3 others like this.
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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 24,395	Re: Saints adding 'End Racism' to end zones this year Originally Posted by The Dude I’m fine with that. If it gets to the point where announcers talk about social issues throughout the entire game it’s going to get old. I watch the games for entertainment and not public service announcements. Sometimes you need an escape from everyday life and to me that’s football. It doesn’t mean I disagree with their message. No doubt we'll hear quite bit of that in week one, but before long the entertainment will take over.