NFL-Kaepernick to receive Muhammad Ali humanitarian award

Muhammad Ali ‌Center to award ex-NFL star Colin Kaepernick, who took a knee against racism and injustice

In a statement, Colin Kaepernick said the award carried special significance because of Muhammad Ali’s willingness to defend his beliefs despite consequences.

Colin Kaepernick named Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year

The Muhammad Ali Center has named NFL quarterback, civil rights activist and entrepreneur Colin Kaepernick as this year's "Humanitarian of the Year."

NFL-Kaepernick to receive Muhammad Ali humanitarian award

By Rory Carroll Aug 25 (Reuters) - Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, whose protests against racial injustice a decade ago made him one of the most prominent athlete activists in the U.S., will receive the Muhammad Ali Center's ​Humanitarian of t...