Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem in 2016 to silently protest police brutality and racism. He hasn't played in the NFL since then.
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There have been multiple demonstrations in the Bay Area where police officers have taken a knee to unite with protesters over the death of George Floyd.
Take a look at the latest stories and videos about the investigation into George Floyd's death in Minneapolis and protests across the U.S.
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