Rapinoe Backs Kaepernick for 2028 Olympics

Megan Rapinoe has advocated for Colin Kaepernick to participate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and serve as the U.S. flag-bearer. On her podcast 'A Touch More,' Rapinoe expressed admiration for Kaepernick's athletic and activist roles, emphasizing his potential impact on social awareness through sports. Kaepernick, who has been out of the NFL since 2016 due to his anthem protests, has shown interest in returning to competitive sports, particularly with the debut of flag football at the 2028 Olympics. Rapinoe's suggestion has sparked mixed reactions, with some fans criticizing the idea due to Kaepernick's perceived anti-American stance. Meanwhile, current flag football players have voiced concerns about NFL players potentially bypassing standard qualification processes for the Olympic team.