during the national anthem prior to Sunday's game at New Era Field in response to incendiary comments made by President Donald Trump at a rally in Alabama on Friday night.

Most Raiders sit, some Redskins kneel during anthem

9:19 PM

LANDOVER, Md. -- Most of the Oakland Raiders players remained seated during the national anthem Sunday night prior to their game against the Washington Redskins after President Donald Trump criticized professional athletes Friday for not standing during the anthem as a form of protest.

Ravens, Jaguars protest during national anthem in England

8:10 PM

Players for the Baltimore Ravens and Jacksonville Jaguars were joined by coaches and even a team owner in a demonstration of solidarity Sunday after President Donald Trump criticized pro athletes for not standing during the national anthem as a formof protest.

Trump doubles down as NFL owners, players fire back

Sunday showdown: Defiant NFL responds to Trump

3:03 PM

Based on dramatic reactions in the National Football League, especially during Sunday's pregame ceremonies, it appears that President Donald Trump managed to do what Commissioner Roger Goodell and NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith could not -- bring together league officials, team owners and players.

Panthers WR Benjamin out with knee injury

Bucs, Vikings players lock arms during anthem

2:45 PM

MINNEAPOLIS -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers receivers Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson kneeled with hands on their heart for the national anthem on Sunday in Minnesota, a few steps behind their teammates who locked arms in unity.

Sunday showdown: Defiant NFL responds to Trump

2:42 PM

Based on dramatic reactions in the National Football League, especially during Sunday's pregame ceremonies,