Cowboy Fan Ed I totally understand where ur coming from and for what it's worth I wish they had picked a different platform in which to express themselves as well. Ed If ur a veteran or have family (which I do) that are veterans, thank u for ur service and I can especially see where ur viewpoint would be what it is. For what it's worth I don't think these players are trying to disrespect the flag or our country, but simply chose a questionable forum that they thought would be highly visible, to make a very important statement. I wonder if the younger generation who didn't grow up during war time(s) perceives patriotism and the symbolism that the flag/national anthem represents, differently than older people? I'm not saying there is a right or wrong position.