Article 31RGT Look: Martellus, Michael Bennett protest anthem in different ways

Look: Martellus, Michael Bennett protest anthem in different ways

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Brothers Martellus and Michael Bennett took different routes in pursuit of the same goal Sunday as they protested during the playing of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael continued his protest by sitting during the national anthem ahead of the Green Bay Packers' season opener.

On the opposite sideline, Martellus stood but raised his right fist in the air.

A photo of #Packers TE Martellus Bennett #80 with his fist up in what looks like a black glove. His brother Michael #72 sat down. #SEAvGB pic.twitter.com/9Z5jV3iBGA

- Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) September 10, 2017

Martellus spoke out in defense of his brother's run-in with the Las Vegas Police Department earlier in the week.

Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson came to Michael's defense, while Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has gone on record as believing free-agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick should be signed to an NFL roster.

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