Beyond the Protests: NFL Players and Coaches on Activism, Impact, and the Road Ahead

In this episode of Breaking the Silence: Black Athletes and Advocacy, host Chance Cobb explores the lasting impact of Colin Kaepernick’s 2016 protest and how today's NFL players and coaches are continuing the fight for racial justice nearly a decade later. Featuring powerful interviews with Darnay Holmes, Myles Bryant, David Long Jr., Darren Hall, and Coach Karl Holmes, this conversation dives into personal stories of activism, the evolution of the NFL’s stance on social justice, and the challenges of sustaining change in a shifting political climate. Listen as these leaders share what it means to stand up, speak out, and carry the legacy forward—both on and off the field.