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Colts Sign Rivers, Kaepernick's NFL Legacy Fades

12/12/2025

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The Indianapolis Colts signed retired quarterback Philip Rivers, raising questions about Colin Kaepernick's absence from consideration.
There has been no backlash or complaints about the omission, suggesting perceptions of NFL racism accusations may be shifting.
Other quarterbacks have been signed to practice squads without mention of Kaepernick, signaling the end of his advocacy era.
The article implies the NFL community is moving on from Kaepernick's legacy.

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The Indianapolis Colts signed retired quarterback Philip Rivers, raising questions about Colin Kaepernick's absence from consideration.
There has been no backlash or complaints about the omission, suggesting perceptions of NFL racism accusations may be shifting.
Other quarterbacks have been signed to practice squads without mention of Kaepernick, signaling the end of his advocacy era.
The article implies the NFL community is moving on from Kaepernick's legacy.