Amid Donald Trump’s unwavering attack on the NFL and its decision to allow players to continue their protests of the police brutality and racial injustices in this country, at least one team owner believes Trump has an ulterior motive.
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Bleacher Report’s Mike Freeman discussed Trump’s constant attack on the league via social media with an owner, who believes the Celebrity-in-chief is “trying to destroy” the league. Others reportedly believe his anger stems from his failed attempt to purchase the Buffalo Bills in 2014.
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“He’s trying to destroy us,” the owner revealed. “He’s trying to use race to divide the players and our fans. It’s all over a grudge.”
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Trump’s attacks began to increase in September when he said players who kneel should be fired, calling them “sons of b*tches.” The attack received widespread backlash and prompted even more players to ban together in protest against Trump. However, the attacks didn’t end there, they continued week by week with attacks as recent as Tuesday.
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On Wednesday, the league made their own efforts to end the movement. According to Bleacher Report, the league has made a proposal to players to contribute “at least $89 million over a seven-year period” to causes in African-American communities in an effort to halt the protests.
