NFL Player and Army Vet Alejandro Villanueva Stood Alone During National Anthem

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  • Alejandro Villanueva of the Pittsburgh Steelers is drawing a lot of attention for breaking ranks with his teammates, who remained in the locker room and out of sight during the national anthem at Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears. Villanueva is a West Point graduate who served three tours of duty in Afghanistan and earned two bronze stars. The hometown Bears stood with their arms locked during the national anthem. #InsideEdition

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  • @ShadowF305
    @ShadowF305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12372

    You’ve lost your damn mind if you think someone who served 3 tours and was a Ranger isn’t gonna stand for the anthem lol

    • @ShadowF305
      @ShadowF305 3 ปีที่แล้ว +254

      Redbull 1 yeah I’m not disagreeing, but i think most servicemen with that resume would stand . Not saying there aren’t those that wouldn’t ☝🏽

    • @jayfrmshington6506
      @jayfrmshington6506 3 ปีที่แล้ว +100

      Redbull 1 I agree it’s just a cloth kick it step on it do whatever you want as long as you don’t steal it off someone’s porch, but to assume a black person will do something as pathetic as that makes you problematic, I stand by my words.

    • @joshmirr7366
      @joshmirr7366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +132

      @Redbull 1 the flag is the representation of the whole country. Moron.

    • @nickhill8612
      @nickhill8612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      @The Real Slim Shady
      It's much more than a piece of cloth to me and lots of other people I'm sure.

    • @dewman6379
      @dewman6379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +116

      @@jayfrmshington6506 the flag is a pretty powerful symbol we rally behind it we fight under it and we cover our dead heroes with it so saying its just a piece of cloth doesn't do it justice

  • @thechemlightyoudropped
    @thechemlightyoudropped 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10488

    He didn’t disrespect his team. His team disrespected him

  • @kevinholmes5241
    @kevinholmes5241 ปีที่แล้ว +387

    Now, that's a man amongst boys. Good to see that someone is still proud to be an American. Great display of leadership and freedom of thought.

    • @xJoey2213x
      @xJoey2213x 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      @tylerlopes476why does standing for our country immediately mean you love trump, that alone is a deeper issue in our society

    • @xx_HI_xx7
      @xx_HI_xx7 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@xJoey2213xtheir but jobs and give out free bjs to every Democrat because blue no matter who.

    • @LC-go1uh
      @LC-go1uh 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@tylerlopes476WOW, u a dumbazz!

    • @DinnyDonbas
      @DinnyDonbas 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @tylerlopes476You can’t love your country without supporting Trump, leave if you hate it so much

    • @Dinnier.
      @Dinnier. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s just a man with a different opinion, not every man wants to stand for a historically evil country

  • @Gucci_Membrane
    @Gucci_Membrane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +882

    How the hell is the Steelers coach gonna say “I wanted 100% participation from the team” when he had an actual veteran with 3 tours to Afghanistan on the team. What a joke the NFL is

    • @jordanmurdza3462
      @jordanmurdza3462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +102

      I'm 100% with you on that.
      No respect for Tomlin after disrespecting a veteran like that

    • @emptypromise
      @emptypromise 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Only joke is a dude who did t support his teammates

    • @johnblackburn544
      @johnblackburn544 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      @@emptypromise he did, by serving in the military

    • @emptypromise
      @emptypromise 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnblackburn544 he probably put his interest above his brothers in the NAVY
      And disrespected his sergeant
      He is obviously not a team player

    • @gopackgo4036
      @gopackgo4036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Steelers is private organization, they can demand what they want from players. Why do people think they have freedom in private entities?

  • @swedishotter8602
    @swedishotter8602 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9070

    Why is no one mentioning that he served as a Army Ranger?
    My full respects to him

    • @steve-zk7kj
      @steve-zk7kj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +128

      Daniel D they literally said he served

    • @MrBeast1901
      @MrBeast1901 4 ปีที่แล้ว +144

      Jesus Christ he was a RANGER

    • @DarknessWithinYou
      @DarknessWithinYou 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      MrBeast1901 can u explain it more

    • @cooperbolander9952
      @cooperbolander9952 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      A ranger the navy seals of the army and green berets

    • @steve-zk7kj
      @steve-zk7kj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      MrBeast1901 yea they said that in the vid

  • @MrMbc77
    @MrMbc77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11751

    The fact that his jersey is now top selling gives me hope.

    • @BigGabaGool
      @BigGabaGool 4 ปีที่แล้ว +104

      This was a while ago dude. It's just getting recommended now

    • @sirteddy8034
      @sirteddy8034 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      lmao i have one of his

    • @thesmoothtoad310
      @thesmoothtoad310 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Hope for what ?

    • @MrMbc77
      @MrMbc77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      TheSmoothToad Well, that many Americans still have a mutual understanding that respect for our flag and our national anthem means far more than respect for your football team.

    • @MrMbc77
      @MrMbc77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      cowboygaming Don't follow it close enough, just assumed it was reoccurring.

  • @littlelaguna9379
    @littlelaguna9379 2 ปีที่แล้ว +714

    Alejandro showing respect to his brothers and sisters who served and died for their country. He's an honorable man! Wish there were more like him.

    • @badasg8187
      @badasg8187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@lempiralives The us is ass but then there is Mexico. So your logic doesn’t make sense

    • @Renshyra
      @Renshyra 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lempiralives without the US the world would change for this worse, you got this in your brain right? The USA is a mass producer of so many things and aids so many countries and there wars that they would've lost otherwise

    • @smok3sho587
      @smok3sho587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Too bad he regretted his decisions not too far after when more black people died

    • @smok3sho587
      @smok3sho587 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Renshyra doubt it lmao USA is trash it can barely keep its own citizens alive

    • @FatUncleJoey
      @FatUncleJoey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lempiralives bozo

  • @debtcollector159
    @debtcollector159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Im glad he's a raven now. John would of never let him stand alone

  • @geop3309
    @geop3309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3409

    The only person on that team that knows what real sacrifice is.

    • @geop3309
      @geop3309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +101

      @@corngunner It isn't the standing part that was sacrifice it was that he voluntary gave up years of his life and went on 3 tours of combat duty for his country served with honor and was awarded multiple medals including a bronze star for rescuing wounded soldiers while taking fire. And still stands for the national anthem.

    • @allen62
      @allen62 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Geo P yeah he fought for a stolen country where that isn’t where his origin is even from he’s from possibly Angola or Europe technically

    • @heathw.7243
      @heathw.7243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Ah, you again. Well, a large belief also says that many natives crossed from the bearing straight during ice age times from parts of Asia, and were stuck after it melted. There may have been people there, but more then likely they were all from Asia.

    • @heathw.7243
      @heathw.7243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Also, like I said before, a large portion of the world is made up of stolen countries from many years ago, things weren’t as civilized and conquering other groups / lands was a thing many powerful nations did.

    • @f.b.i.8950
      @f.b.i.8950 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Oh shut up

  • @americancanadian6539
    @americancanadian6539 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5040

    Ridiculous that he is being shamed by his own coach for standing up for our country

    • @americancanadian6539
      @americancanadian6539 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      theyeatusdad did you watch the end you idiot

    • @SkillzthatKillz2011
      @SkillzthatKillz2011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      gonna cry?

    • @SkillzthatKillz2011
      @SkillzthatKillz2011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @I Am Merciless oh no did I offend you? Hahaha

    • @unosheem6210
      @unosheem6210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      Llama
      You want a argument so bad it's pathetic

    • @moneyman1588
      @moneyman1588 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      @@unosheem6210 fax 12 year old doesn't get enough attention at home

  • @tawnyalee9317
    @tawnyalee9317 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    That man is the epitomy of respect ✌️

  • @idonotcarenow
    @idonotcarenow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    No wonder he served, what an outstanding hero! Keep doing what you do man! God bless you, and God bless this beautiful US of A!!!

  • @devanlance8648
    @devanlance8648 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4979

    Mike Tomlin expecting a military veteran to not go stand up for the national anthem is comical

    • @MyPronounsISwhom
      @MyPronounsISwhom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      He almost seemed embarrassed of HIM instead of himself..

    • @MyPronounsISwhom
      @MyPronounsISwhom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @DoubleFailMech looks good from where I am..

    • @7Roeth
      @7Roeth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Yeah. Its embarassing they wouldnt support him.

    • @mrgarybusey2052
      @mrgarybusey2052 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @DoubleFailMech Police brutality? I'm pretty sure world hunger is a bigger issue than police brutality 😂😂

    • @mightyoaks80
      @mightyoaks80 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Benidict Arnold aka Mike Tomlin

  • @casbah1982
    @casbah1982 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5405

    Can't wait for NHL Hockey season to start. While only about 5% of the NHL players were born in the USA... they ALL stand for the Anthem

    • @nickgivens6378
      @nickgivens6378 6 ปีที่แล้ว +172

      joe strummer because it has nothing to do with respecting the country. It’s just tradition you moron. If you think a song is the biggest representation of our country then you’re a damn nut job

    • @wildcardplacement2671
      @wildcardplacement2671 6 ปีที่แล้ว +503

      Nick Givens your the moron bud

    • @drewlevy3349
      @drewlevy3349 6 ปีที่แล้ว +209

      Americans also stand for the canadian anthem if a Canadian team is playing and vice versa

    • @quadgod8111
      @quadgod8111 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      5% what lmao it’s like 70%

    • @zacharyfleming6576
      @zacharyfleming6576 6 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      justin mccaffery it's like 20%

  • @patchesconway5957
    @patchesconway5957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    As A vet & A Vikings fans of NFL he didn't stand alone. Yet he got my praise During & after

  • @TovenDo.O.Video-
    @TovenDo.O.Video- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    "Sometimes, standing for what you believe, means standing alone" - Hatebreed

    • @shannonrichardson3405
      @shannonrichardson3405 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now is the time for me to rise to my feet!

    • @thecoldcallerguy
      @thecoldcallerguy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@shannonrichardson3405 one of the best bands ever

  • @DrDoinks
    @DrDoinks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1867

    Dude serves in the army and isn’t allowed to rep his country. Damn right he can show himself in the stadium if he wants to!

    • @markymert
      @markymert 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Everyone knows this wasn't planned. It happened 2017 and he himself said it was an accident - he didn't mean to be out there for the anthem. He went out before the game to see the flag and they started playing the Anthem before he got a chance to leave the field. He didn't want to be running off during the Anthem so he turned and stood.
      It doesn't take away from his service but people should know the truth. The man himself said this was an accident.

    • @Vivuvuvj
      @Vivuvuvj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@markymert said it was an accident to save his career from the people who slowly take away our freedom of speech

    • @punkydamonkey989
      @punkydamonkey989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@markymert feel like you're talking out of your ass

    • @gunandbomb4637
      @gunandbomb4637 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did he do it if he wasn’t allowed?

    • @guilrito8127
      @guilrito8127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No one told him he wasn’t allowed

  • @threecreationleather6596
    @threecreationleather6596 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2856

    The man stood for what he believed in, he's more American than the rest of them combined. Thank you sir.

    • @samspade4151
      @samspade4151 6 ปีที่แล้ว +120

      Threecreation Leather who cares if he's more American than the rest of them,do you think anybody's losing sleep about not being perceived as being a patriot.

    • @MMA2018
      @MMA2018 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      sam spade yes.

    • @timothypaulino8454
      @timothypaulino8454 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Oddly enough he was raised Spanish in a Spanish household by Spanish military. He went to SHAPE international school in Belgium where he was introduced to American football and the rest is history.

    • @gatorwoman6515
      @gatorwoman6515 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Threecreation Leather
      Who decides whose more American?

    • @somskid2118
      @somskid2118 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      American is being American

  • @G509400
    @G509400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Lost any respect I had for Tomlin the way he answered that question.

  • @sinappanis
    @sinappanis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Damn I'm late to the party and I'm so glad I saw this clip. Hats off to him. Also think it's pretty impressive that he did his 3 tours and THEN became a pro football player. Playing against probably a lot of younger guys and still able to compete no issues. That shows some dedication and hard work.

  • @SonofStLouis
    @SonofStLouis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3083

    Isn’t that sad: when it’s controversial to stand for your own anthem

    • @jasperhughes2399
      @jasperhughes2399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +150

      Isn’t that sad: when Americans make freedom of speech laws then criticize and abuse people for using them

    • @Noahhzp17
      @Noahhzp17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Jasper Is Dumb goes both ways

    • @Noahhzp17
      @Noahhzp17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Herrera Missions goes both ways

    • @jwb2734
      @jwb2734 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jasper Is Dumb no one is saying you can’t buy you should

    • @SonofStLouis
      @SonofStLouis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      John Smith you could say the same thing about Kapernick that’s been profiting off his kneeling

  • @haydenbrady4734
    @haydenbrady4734 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    They sat out because they thought they were being miss treated. But they didn’t think about how there teammate felt who had risked his life for that flag. That man has my respect

  • @williewilliams4654
    @williewilliams4654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    He's an individual,,, God bless him 🇮🇪❤️🇺🇲

  • @AllBraunZeroBrains
    @AllBraunZeroBrains 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I wanted 100% participation to support our team, he says as they let a veteran stand alone

    • @vikman258
      @vikman258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      right! What a clown

  • @kvl505
    @kvl505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2907

    One man stands alone. With no fear, unafraid of the consequences. A true warrior a true hero.

    • @ericsniper9843
      @ericsniper9843 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Malcolm X, Medgar Every and MLK. These men stood up and we're gunned down.

    • @ScholarHaru
      @ScholarHaru 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@ericsniper9843 By extremists, comparing people who love their country to extremists is stupid

    • @trd2329
      @trd2329 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@ericsniper9843 I missed the part where that's my problem

    • @lucasjohnson1007
      @lucasjohnson1007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@trd2329 lol no one said it was your problem have a snickers and calm down buddy 😂

    • @ogdistance9435
      @ogdistance9435 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This dude came out and said he didn’t mean to do this lol

  • @norarodela8909
    @norarodela8909 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4548

    I'm proud of him for serving our country and I'm proud of him again for standing strong even if it meant ALONE ! He stood there respecting the United States National Anthem and ready to play an all American game. Not Politics ! Good For Him

    • @Zarbangyshcotty
      @Zarbangyshcotty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      I respect him for his service but I hate to break it to you but he caved afterwards and said he was embarrassed for what he did.

    • @Zarbangyshcotty
      @Zarbangyshcotty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @John Smith And as a for you GO ALL BLACKS! Wooooo

    • @justint1474
      @justint1474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @John Smith shut up

    • @user-dq4kt8lp1p
      @user-dq4kt8lp1p 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Standing for the anthem is just as political as kneeling

    • @aroach7461
      @aroach7461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@user-dq4kt8lp1p yea but one is tradition while the other is a narrative.

  • @famousgigachadgeorgewashin9094
    @famousgigachadgeorgewashin9094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    I’m ashamed of my team for doing that they lost a great player.

    • @KnicksFromNC
      @KnicksFromNC 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They lost him?

    • @sethkraai9075
      @sethkraai9075 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@KnicksFromNC yeah. He signed with Baltimore during the off-season.

    • @stuntroll5363
      @stuntroll5363 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sethkraai9075 yeah he did horrible

    • @lawoftheland5923
      @lawoftheland5923 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh well, better man than the entire ream@@stuntroll5363

  • @parkerhamilton5663
    @parkerhamilton5663 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    His team disrespected him he didn’t disrespect his team. I respect that man so much for that!

    • @khalillittlejohn8948
      @khalillittlejohn8948 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I disagree, they had a team meeting and asked if anyone opposed this. He didn't speak up. He waited until the last minute to go and stand by himself. He should have been man enough to face the team and tell them how he felt. Instead he agreed with the plan and backed out last minute.

  • @owensweetland342
    @owensweetland342 3 ปีที่แล้ว +982

    Three combat tours and two Bronze stars. Obvious display of courage under fire. First, abroad and now here. His team mates on the other hand only served themselves.

    • @Zarbangyshcotty
      @Zarbangyshcotty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's amazing all he has endured yet caved later after he said he felt embarrassed for what he did.

    • @micah2426
      @micah2426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@Zarbangyshcotty he had to keep his job

    • @youraveragepasser-by7367
      @youraveragepasser-by7367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmao and look at Afghanistan now.

    • @vincentg6613
      @vincentg6613 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah... but his name sounds ethnic! I thought we weren't supose to like those people!? Bet he speaks Spanish!😱 go back to your own country! We don't want you here!🤣

    • @vincentg6613
      @vincentg6613 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Zarbangyshcotty people realize their mistakes 🙂

  • @PTS156
    @PTS156 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1333

    As a steeler fan this just makes me cry like a baby. Words can’t express how proud I am of Alejandro and how disappointed I am with the rest of them.

    • @Han-Solo459
      @Han-Solo459 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You must be thrilled with Brown.

    • @PTS156
      @PTS156 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@Han-Solo459 I dislike everyone in the league. Villanueva is literally the only patriot.

    • @joyunicycle
      @joyunicycle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm a Steelers fan too and Alejandro made me happy and hope.

    • @glasshalffull8625
      @glasshalffull8625 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I’m not interested in watching any sport where the players don’t respect the flag and country.

    • @RxptorIsNotTaken
      @RxptorIsNotTaken 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@PTS156 than your no True Steelers fan, not even a steeler fan in general

  • @davidpilgrim6301
    @davidpilgrim6301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Hey look an American that loves his country how rare

    • @nolanconnolly6626
      @nolanconnolly6626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m American and I hate my country

    • @Pacisback84
      @Pacisback84 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nolanconnolly6626 then leave tf?

    • @nolanconnolly6626
      @nolanconnolly6626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Pacisback84 jokes on you, I don’t live there anymore! Europe is way better with our Universal Healthcare!

    • @willthethrillaac2007
      @willthethrillaac2007 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Nolan Connolly that just means more taxes bro, or unfair pay

  • @RecklessGamer18
    @RecklessGamer18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    "focus on football", but likely pressed during the game cuz a vet wanted to be respectful. Lmfao

  • @joeystickay3408
    @joeystickay3408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    Wait their coach was trying to force them to not stand for the anthem wtf

    • @TheDarknessOfGames
      @TheDarknessOfGames 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yep race war

    • @thegentleman5409
      @thegentleman5409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Tomlin is a clown

    • @hvkrise8103
      @hvkrise8103 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      They were standing it was just in the tunnel, I believe the coach was trying to have it so no matter what his guys think on the issue and wether they feel they should knee or not, it wouldn’t be made a scene out on the field. Instead they’d be in the tunnel where nobody could see or focus on if they were kneeling or standing, so they’d focus on the game and not anyone’s political opinion. However when the OT went out there anyway it made the rest of the team look bad, like they all didn’t want to stand for the anthem when it wasn’t necessary that way. I can 100% see why a vet would want to be out there, yet I can also see the coach point of view to not make this about anything more than what they came here to do, play football. Bottom line the coach wasn’t trying to force them to not stand, it just appears that way because nobody else came out of the tunnel except for one guy making it look bad for the remainder of the team.

    • @thetreeofhatsunemiku7760
      @thetreeofhatsunemiku7760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He was black

    • @rileypoe7331
      @rileypoe7331 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dander Spat, I mean, yes but also no. I see where your going but just take it down a notch.

  • @angelmorales8485
    @angelmorales8485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Thank You For Your Service Alejandro You wasn't Standing Alone. America is With You. Bless You and your family. Semper Fi

  • @Arbiter710
    @Arbiter710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I know this is late as hell but thank you Ranger🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!!!

  • @charlie9714
    @charlie9714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2122

    Kaepernick: Kneels during the National Anthem
    Becomes most burned uniform
    Villanueva: Stands alone for the National Anthem.
    Becomes most sold uniform

    • @charlie9714
      @charlie9714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      ITS ME Why yes it does

    • @52mbs
      @52mbs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Charlie
      Kaepernick signs with Nike for 100’s of millions of dollars
      Who the hell is Villanueva?

    • @palletbitch
      @palletbitch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Sadly kaep's jerseys sold more after it too but good for that player for standing his ground

    • @SD-ui2lx
      @SD-ui2lx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Sean B I mean we need fuel for the cook out

    • @peakster7486
      @peakster7486 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Kaepernick is use to kneeling for his boyfriend.

  • @cjkey5515
    @cjkey5515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1260

    This fool really thought he wasn’t gonna stand for his country, especially after he served 3 tours???

    • @hillbillydelux
      @hillbillydelux 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exactly

    • @deeznutz8320
      @deeznutz8320 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He probably lost some colleagues over there

    • @georgemichaelduffy37
      @georgemichaelduffy37 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ha e you ever served your country . .Free your mind girl .To much hate in your statement .America is the land of your birth .Q ( President Kennedy . .dont ask what America can do for you . .ask what you can do for America . .set your mind free would be a positive step . .the rest will quickly follow . .God Bless America . .i dare you to say the words . .your call ( British Mike )

    • @gamerslatestnews819
      @gamerslatestnews819 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I was in the army in Iraq so I fought for my county and my friend die in my hand I think we need more like this

    • @garrettwilliams2688
      @garrettwilliams2688 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Gamers latest news thanks you so much for your service I’m so sorry for your loss🙏🏻

  • @bekwolfpack8139
    @bekwolfpack8139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you for your service!! So proud that he stood strong even if I meant being alone!

  • @bussyomelon4526
    @bussyomelon4526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Now we have the NFL preaching how they love the vets. 2016-2020 they wanted nothing but unrest.

    • @kennynguyen6246
      @kennynguyen6246 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      2016 was some weird times.

    • @chuckblack9410
      @chuckblack9410 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can't remember how many years ago I STOPPED watching the NEGRO FELONS LEAGUE and I haven't missed it nor do I want to hear anything about our military from them. I'm a Vietnam Veteran, Civil Service and US Marine retired with 35 years of service to MY country. Can't begin to tell you how many, birthdays, Christmases, Thanksgiving, New Years and Easter vacation day I have spent outside the continental United States. But SOMEONE had to be FAITHFUL and "stand the watch" so all the people that did not care about the Armed Forces could party on these days.

  • @gargola1887
    @gargola1887 4 ปีที่แล้ว +964

    Now a days NFL feels more like politics than an actual sport.. smh

    • @aztecempire4206
      @aztecempire4206 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Dude your too young to understand anything about football .. even politics ... Your probably stuck on fortnite

    • @gargola1887
      @gargola1887 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      @@aztecempire4206 NBA >>> trashfl bunch of divas crying about a song

    • @bubbamane658
      @bubbamane658 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      XFL2020. Just football

    • @ryansmith1471
      @ryansmith1471 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      AztecEmpire 420 I like the fact you’re trying to sound mature yet your name has 420 in it you dope head.

    • @gargola1887
      @gargola1887 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ryansmith1471 lmfaoooo W

  • @redactedrider7606
    @redactedrider7606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +756

    "respect for the football team"
    How about some respect for the country your in? It's the reason you even have a football team in the first place.

    • @iknowihaveanincrediblysmal6103
      @iknowihaveanincrediblysmal6103 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That Guy my guy... right to protest?

    • @redactedrider7606
      @redactedrider7606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@iknowihaveanincrediblysmal6103 never said they can't protest... Idk where you got that from.

    • @k0b128
      @k0b128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@redactedrider7606 he never said that the guy said that... idk where you got that from.

    • @julianperez357
      @julianperez357 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Kevin O'Brien no but it is definitely being implied here..”how bout some respect for the country” we all know he is talking about players kneeling and what the Steelers did

    • @k0b128
      @k0b128 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@julianperez357 I know, also op was sarcastically addressing what we was also implying. I was just pointing out the irony.

  • @BraulioMontelongo
    @BraulioMontelongo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    As a millitary veteran myself. I'm proud of him. Our flag doesn't represent any president but our rights and freedoms under our constitution with our bill of rights! GOD BLESS AMERICA!

    • @q6117
      @q6117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He wasn’t the only person standing for the flag. He was the only one out in the open and standing for the flag. He had other teammates who were standing for the flag but in the tunnel. And Mike Tomlin had no problem with him standing. It was the fact that he wasn’t with the team deep inside the tunnel with no one to see them.

  • @floydschake998
    @floydschake998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    There's an old saying that always proves true.
    " He who does what's right often stands alone".
    Jersey sales will show how a level headed society that lives in America truly feels about this sign of disrespect.
    It's OK to kneel but not stand?
    Rangers Lead the Way!

  • @jordanj8781
    @jordanj8781 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5080

    He ended up getting more attention than the protesters lol
    Wow, didn’t even realize how many likes this got. Thanks y’all!

    • @boss-anova
      @boss-anova 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      And less scrutiny. That's called counter-protesting

    • @sufferyetgain
      @sufferyetgain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      JMoney 87 it’s not about attention

    • @rich2583
      @rich2583 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@sufferyetgain yes it is. They want to bring attention to "police brutality"

    • @sufferyetgain
      @sufferyetgain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Rich he was talking about attention to the person. Police brutality already is getting a lot of attention, needs a lot more though

    • @josecarbajal6647
      @josecarbajal6647 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      They gave him publicity cause he is obeying.

  • @chrishansen8836
    @chrishansen8836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    “100% team participation” wowwww mike tomlin is a jokester

    • @jacobwatson1406
      @jacobwatson1406 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      THATS WHY HE LOST 🤣🤣🤣🤣😅😂😅🤣🤣😅😂🤣🤣😅🤣😅😅🤣🤣🤣😅😂😅

    • @mabelsings
      @mabelsings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      “Jokester” is too kind of a word for him. Traitor is a better word.

  • @acp865
    @acp865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The solidarity of any sports team is extremely important, but my years of service would ALWAYS be more important than the team.

  • @Vash1980
    @Vash1980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Sad coach is more worried about disrespecting his football team than his country.

    • @IanW717
      @IanW717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      this country doesn’t give af about black ppl

    • @Pacisback84
      @Pacisback84 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@IanW717 ok sure bud you keep thinking that

    • @IanW717
      @IanW717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Pacisback84 u must be white😂, u don’t know how it feels

  • @iiscrzzey3980
    @iiscrzzey3980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Imagine shaming a player that served for his country and wanted to stand for the national anthem

    • @bn2533
      @bn2533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      my7571 which is sad. People rly shame him, A VETERAN, for standing for the flag? And colored people act like they have never done anything wrong 🤦🏼‍♂️. This is proof they’re nowhere near as good/nice as they say/think

    • @iiscrzzey3980
      @iiscrzzey3980 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      B N that’s a little racist but I see your point

  • @fr.brucedouglas2143
    @fr.brucedouglas2143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    A real hero and american. God bless you for standing.

  • @serserrano1
    @serserrano1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So much respect and admiration for his fellow brothers. The fckn man right here!

  • @Notjohn452
    @Notjohn452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    4 years later still haven't watched a game of football since this

  • @dgracias12
    @dgracias12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4253

    "Top selling Jersey!" Because being Patriotic is more important than some stupid nfl league 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍

    • @chrish7904
      @chrish7904 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Why I got a Jags Tyler Eifert jersey last season for putting David Dorn's name on his helmet. This past week the Browns' Baker Mayfield had a tribute to one of the servicemembers killed in Afghanistan on his cleats.
      They choose the honor the worthy, not career criminals who bring their own death upon themselves. 🇺🇲

    • @Zarbangyshcotty
      @Zarbangyshcotty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Well he said after that he was embarrassed about what he did. Hope you didn't pay too much for that jersey.

    • @eljoemanlouis3895
      @eljoemanlouis3895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      of course, but dont call Football stupid

    • @reemur1442
      @reemur1442 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eljoemanlouis3895 ik bro

    • @mog7501
      @mog7501 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Being patriotic for a country that stands for terrorizing other nations, killing innocent people, imperialism, racism, and making our young men die in some desert by sheep herders so some billionaire, his corporation, and our government can steal their oil and opium.

  • @tafyb
    @tafyb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1416

    A real American, using his own mind to make decisions, not following like the sheep.

    • @Zarbangyshcotty
      @Zarbangyshcotty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      He followed the sheep after his comments later saying he was embarrassed for what he did.

    • @sensarmy
      @sensarmy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Black lives matter

    • @victoravila2035
      @victoravila2035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      If you participate in the two party system, you’re a sheep

    • @KL-je9qq
      @KL-je9qq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He's a Spaniard who served in the US army.

    • @Mrmudbone_gaming
      @Mrmudbone_gaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, he had to get the vax to play in the NFL

  • @mayoman-pv1lj
    @mayoman-pv1lj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Can’t believe the coach thinks he’s in the wrong

  • @newguycanada
    @newguycanada 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is what made America Great. The ability to stand or not stand. Sadly both sides of the aisle now forget that freedom means doing what you want and not what someone else wants you to do.

  • @joshuaneyman8062
    @joshuaneyman8062 6 ปีที่แล้ว +657

    As a Steelers fan, this made me lose alot of respect for the team and the coach, but there is still one man I can count on to show the team how to be American.

    • @mosmeister9445
      @mosmeister9445 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Its time that tomlin gets fired.

    • @iamichron
      @iamichron 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @J P FOH

    • @T0mat0_S0up
      @T0mat0_S0up 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hippietrogdor Yeah, about 1 YEAR AGO

    • @Nick-ve1kg
      @Nick-ve1kg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      J P just because you have freedom doesn’t mean you can do ANYTHING you want... like cocaine, meth etc. If not, should crimes like robbery and murder be legal? Also, the patriot act was allowed after 9/11 because the majority of people supported it.

    • @danielbaer8924
      @danielbaer8924 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      J P Just stop talking. You seem like a person who sends back a meal to the kitchen because you got the wrong sauce on the side.

  • @bige5838
    @bige5838 4 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    Steelers should have stood with there veteran teammate real classy move Pittsburgh

    • @elchapojr4729
      @elchapojr4729 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Could you say the same for him being the only one not with his team? He stood for what he believed in and they came together all colors and sat for what they believed in

    • @isaiahgarcia2431
      @isaiahgarcia2431 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They were 20 feet behind him 💀 he came out and said it was accident smh

    • @bensimmons6149
      @bensimmons6149 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Their*. Maybe you should learn some English.

    • @mrbbqsause4566
      @mrbbqsause4566 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      If they were standing all around him then whats the point of doing it

    • @sheacraig930
      @sheacraig930 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mrbbqsause4566 You mean "Their" you idiot trump supporter

  • @micheledavidswife4336
    @micheledavidswife4336 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hod bless our vets and military always ♥️♥️

  • @scottlee8498
    @scottlee8498 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    And then apologized to the team and players later for doing it. He said he felt embarrassed by that picture. Then he said he supports players kneeling during the anthem and thinks most veterans have no problem with the kneeling. Yeah he's a hero.

    • @charlesg7926
      @charlesg7926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He got threatened with being fired. But yeah, he should’ve stood firm and hired a lawyer, and I would’ve reported any bullying or hostile work environment personally.

  • @MtTammy1
    @MtTammy1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Thank you, Alejandro, for your respect and pride for your country and most sincerely for your service! :)

  • @cameron4563
    @cameron4563 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1173

    I love that guy

    • @synoval9054
      @synoval9054 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sports Films_1 that's why they lost

    • @samspade4151
      @samspade4151 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cameron 456 I don't

    • @elviolamadres864
      @elviolamadres864 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He is a traitor he is from Spain and forget who is real him

    • @cliff345
      @cliff345 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      El Ruso Barrer0 ewwww

    • @bensimmons6149
      @bensimmons6149 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lucky nobody cares

  • @carolluther1625
    @carolluther1625 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for respecting our anthem, with your hand over your heart. Sometimes you have to stand alone! God bless!

  • @__1201
    @__1201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    He's a west point graduate. If he didn't stand up he'd be betraying all his fellow soldiers.

  • @murphy3355
    @murphy3355 4 ปีที่แล้ว +476

    Not a Steelers fan but I need to get me a 78 jersey now. Much respect. Im a proud American and I’m standing there next to you.

    • @bensimmons6149
      @bensimmons6149 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Gay

    • @neos...
      @neos... 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Who wants to bet he didn't buy the jersey 😂😂😂

    • @shaquizzyonizzy3148
      @shaquizzyonizzy3148 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Bleed Orange Damm brother that joke is so funny it had tons of likes because it's so funny like I can't control myself I can't it's so funny

    • @bn2533
      @bn2533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Coley Cakes damn you good dude?

  • @xjcrossx
    @xjcrossx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +847

    When Tomlin said "We gonna respect our football team," instead of saying "We gonna respect our country and our flag," I lost all respect for him.

    • @weirdhilltodieonbutatleast9268
      @weirdhilltodieonbutatleast9268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Cool.

    • @jsiszero
      @jsiszero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      It's all about the "me me me" culture

    • @RWaB7
      @RWaB7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Yep he is a loser and a ass clown. I new there was something I didnt like about him it finally surfaced.

    • @emilygrace1960
      @emilygrace1960 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      ...let alone, respect a fellow teammate who actively served - overseas, not just on our own soil. I'm blown away that a Coach would do that but it definitely shows his lack of leadership on every level.

    • @djb570
      @djb570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Heck yes, we need to respect the correct message. One for all people. Especially in coming times there is no more black or white or dem or republican it is about our freedom that is being taken away. So proud of this man. It is so good to be able to say the word man and know what it means again. Tomlin meh..who cares.

  • @moretach88
    @moretach88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a voice, along with everything else 🙌🙏

  • @jos642
    @jos642 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless us all haven’t watched a game in 2 year’s or any sports nascar news nadda 2 years god bless that man

  • @FrankieG713
    @FrankieG713 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Its funny how the person with the foreign last name is the one out there alone. Ironic

  • @thecityofficial6367
    @thecityofficial6367 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That’s the difference between someone who follows the crowd, and someone who follows their heart. If you do the latter, you gotta be willing to stand all by yourself sometimes. Strong man right there.

    • @isaiahgarcia2431
      @isaiahgarcia2431 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was an accident and he feels embarrassed by it 💀 nice try tho

    • @corngunner
      @corngunner 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isaiah Garcia lmao fr tho

    • @heathw.7243
      @heathw.7243 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know and all but Isiah please change the comment a little every time, it adds more variety

    • @isaiahgarcia2431
      @isaiahgarcia2431 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      H Money. Don’t be ignorant? Idk 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @heathw.7243
      @heathw.7243 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isaiah Garcia My comment was a joke seeing as it looks like you copy pasted that reply many times, I was saying to not copy paste as a joke.

  • @douguppe4129
    @douguppe4129 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Huge respect for that man- from the UK.

  • @DocJeep1
    @DocJeep1 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Bless him!👍🇺🇸😉

  • @colinmeier8140
    @colinmeier8140 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin spoke after the game…
    “We do not care”
    -Mike Tomlin

  • @tmcd2971
    @tmcd2971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Your football team is no where as important as OUR National Anthem. Kudos for the Lone player being respectful and singing Our Anthem. Freedom to honor Our Nation.

  • @haydencook682
    @haydencook682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Forgot to mention he was a Ranger! Dude is an absolute hero!

  • @jaymello5853
    @jaymello5853 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    why am in just seeing this god bless him

  • @notmebutyou8350
    @notmebutyou8350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    And now he's with our division rival, the Baltimore Ravens!!!! 😔
    He was and is a class act!!!

    • @chuckblack9410
      @chuckblack9410 ปีที่แล้ว

      No, actually he is a PATRIOTIC AMERICAN that loves his country and, put his live ON-THE-LINE for country and the flag. OOOOOOHHHHHRRRRRAAAAAHHH!!! SEMPER FI!!!!!!!!

    • @notmebutyou8350
      @notmebutyou8350 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chuckblack9410 What does that have to do with him playing for Baltimore?

  • @georgeortega3812
    @georgeortega3812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +644

    I am disgusted by this!!! This man served our country and that whole Franchise sat it out?? Pathetic!

    • @JTBCOOL1
      @JTBCOOL1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Yep the team should feel ashamed of themselves. Not only because their veteran teammate but their own country which provided them with the opportunity to play football.

    • @haydenta5305
      @haydenta5305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      They actually stood in the tunnel.

    • @ztailsexternal371
      @ztailsexternal371 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@haydenta5305 On the field, hands over your heart, facing the flag. I understand they have the right to do it but I also have the right to call the disgusting

    • @haydenta5305
      @haydenta5305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ztailsexternal371 do you understand why they did it?

    • @jsm530
      @jsm530 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@haydenta5305 he just said it's his freedom to call them disgusting. you can't have it both ways kid

  • @emoh24
    @emoh24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    If this isn't an example of patriotism, idk what is. Not even a steelers fan, but I'm definitely a Villanueva fan now.

    • @bigmac7077
      @bigmac7077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well after this being a steelers fan is questionable

    • @davidhutch307
      @davidhutch307 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahhhh for all the times you're going to notice and follow the performance of an offensive lineman

    • @fym3106
      @fym3106 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bigmac7077 y wtf hahahahahahahaha us Steelers fans could care less abt the loser things u gotta say “u support a team that….”
      SHUUUUT UP😂😂😂

    • @bigmac7077
      @bigmac7077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Tyborz matters about as much as yours

    • @bigmac7077
      @bigmac7077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Tyborz It wasn’t a comeback You dip

  • @locc132
    @locc132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Big respect to my guy.

  • @JivinJoe1984
    @JivinJoe1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good for him and thank you for your service sir

  • @FrostyFrostySnow
    @FrostyFrostySnow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Massive respect for having the courage to go out there and stand for your anthem when your so called team won't. I'm not American but that doesn't stop me from being proud of a man who stands for his country 🇺🇸 🇦🇺

  • @u121386
    @u121386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Damn, I still remember this. This man served for the U.S. military. The Steelers were not the ones being disrespected here...

  • @CmcDemon
    @CmcDemon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    He’s not wrong he served his team should be with him for that reason only

  • @scorchone2310
    @scorchone2310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Three tours and two bronze stars!!?! I never knew he was a true certified badass. God bless this man.

  • @ashleyyyy4583
    @ashleyyyy4583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +317

    Top selling jersey? Wow that’s the kind of hope I needed

    • @fym3106
      @fym3106 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      💯💯💯💯💯😂😂😂😂 crazy that it’s the top selling ….. YET I HAVENT SEEN ANYONE IN THAT JERSEY🤦🏽‍♂️

  • @SporkPlays212
    @SporkPlays212 6 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    It’s sad that someone standing during the national anthem is newsworthy COME ON NFL, GET IT TOGETHER

  • @sheristillman2730
    @sheristillman2730 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bless his Heart and Soul

  • @jose87668
    @jose87668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for you're service.

  • @TheAirheaded1
    @TheAirheaded1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1221

    Hey look it's the Pittsburgh Kneelers! Except for one cool dude! Cheers Villanueva!

    • @nathanielorend9641
      @nathanielorend9641 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      TheAirheaded1 there just trying to avoid it

    • @benk5236
      @benk5236 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      TheAirheaded1 there hasn’t been a Steeler in history that has taken a knee tho...

    • @kymberhester8712
      @kymberhester8712 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ComebackShane no one ever kneeled tho

    • @destroger3604
      @destroger3604 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Comebackshane they were told to avoid it and it was his choice to disobey the rules so shut up the Steelers r a great team

    • @syrtech121
      @syrtech121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Destroyer 360 “disobey the rules” more like respect his country

  • @exmember1607
    @exmember1607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    If more players did this, I would still be watching the NFL.

  • @TheButters6
    @TheButters6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The man served his country and put his life on the line. He’s allowed to do what he wants when it comes to the national anthem

  • @ronaldreagan7551
    @ronaldreagan7551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Respecting your country is more important than respecting a football team. He could have at least respected this veteran.

  • @smokeybear1925
    @smokeybear1925 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1051

    soon they won't even let the flag be flown, or the anthem be sung because its too offensive

    • @chancedavis6216
      @chancedavis6216 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Smokey Bear ikr

    • @nicomarkins7386
      @nicomarkins7386 6 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      Smokey Bear that’s when a second civil war comes in. I will die for our flag.

    • @samspade4151
      @samspade4151 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Smokey Bear sounds like an excellent idea to me

    • @samspade4151
      @samspade4151 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lispy Nicky better you than me

    • @karumity1749
      @karumity1749 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      U know the reason they peacefully protest isn’t because the flag is offensive but for for much more in depth reason like the shooting of black peoples by officers it isn’t meant to be disrespectful be actually be respectful because America is supposed to be a land of free and equality but that hasn’t really been happening

  • @MonaLucy15257
    @MonaLucy15257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +205

    The only American Hero out on the field that evening. God Bless you, Patriot! 🇺🇸👍🏽💕🇺🇸

    • @brandonallen3289
      @brandonallen3289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But he's playing for the Steelers.
      I kid.

  • @donroyal6791
    @donroyal6791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A vet and true American!!!! I respect and honor you sir for doing what ( no other man would do ) you chose to be a true patriot and idol. Thank you! That’s what true patriotism is. And not being bullied 🙌🏼

  • @imazombieee8949
    @imazombieee8949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Props to this man.

  • @edercortes1960
    @edercortes1960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    He’s a military guy and a graduate at West a point what were the Steelers players and the coach thinking a course this big man is gonna have more INTEGRITY than the rest of the team

    • @bensimmons6149
      @bensimmons6149 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eder Cortes wOrShIp ThE fLaG

    • @magnificentsir7274
      @magnificentsir7274 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@bensimmons6149 its not worship, its respect and pride for what the flag stands for, which in this case is the men and women protecting us all the way across the world

    • @nygiants440
      @nygiants440 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eder Cortes sounds like you value the flag more than human lives lost

  • @michelleschmidt8295
    @michelleschmidt8295 2 ปีที่แล้ว +297

    His team should’ve supported him and what it means to him. Classless coaching leads to classless players-Villanueva being the exception. Good for you kid👍🏻

    • @sensarmy
      @sensarmy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      black lives matter

    • @betterbaseball8990
      @betterbaseball8990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@sensarmy yes but not the organization

    • @DOUBLEO_ObsessionOutdoors
      @DOUBLEO_ObsessionOutdoors 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@sensarmy yup, so does every other life, whats your point?

    • @profoundending1390
      @profoundending1390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@DOUBLEO_ObsessionOutdoors That's not what BLM means.

    • @darriuswinesberry5017
      @darriuswinesberry5017 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@betterbaseball8990 not the point it’s just connected to the history of police brutality.

  • @reapzify2799
    @reapzify2799 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude that guy living the dream got to serv this country and play in the nfl afterwards that’s amazing

  • @TowerOfBabelZen
    @TowerOfBabelZen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your service