Pampered players endanger their paychecks by offending fans
The players have a right to continue or end their protest—which they likely will do when they encounter the prospect of significantly lower-paying labor in other economic sectors
CHICAGO—It is axiomatic that National Football League players should stand respectfully as the national anthem is played before their games. I say this not as a political or moral judgment on their actions but as a simple, scientific observation about their self-interest.
If the players continue their protests, it will not be long before they find themselves plying other trades at severely reduced wages.