YES

Yes, all NFL players and professional athletes should stand for the American flag and national anthem.

NO

No, I support their protest against America.

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As player protests grip the National Football League, public debate rages between those who feel kneeling for the flag and national anthem is un-American and disrespectful to our military, and those who support the protests.

President Donald Trump’s criticism of the player protests -- initiated by ex-NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick -- and of the NFL itself caused the discussion to take center stage across the nation.

Here at Off the Wire, we pride ourselves as offering a patriotic alternative to the current sports and entertainment media, so we’d like to know your opinion as we get the pulse of everyday Americans and our readership on this hot button issue.

Do you think all NFL players and professional athletes should stand for our flag and the national anthem, or do you support the players’ protests?