The NFL released a statement Friday addressing a pregame tribute to Charlie Kirk in Thursday’s matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Washington Commanders.
Prior to kickoff on “Thursday Night Football,” the public address announcer at Lambeau Field said: “The National Football League asks that you please join us in a moment of silent reflection following the murder of Charlie Kirk. The NFL condemns all violence in our communities. It will take all of us to stop hate. Thank you.”
Kirk, a 31-year-old political activist, was shot and killed during a speaking event at Utah Valley University last week. On Friday, the NFL said in a statement that it was the “league’s decision” to hold the moment of silence for Kirk on Thursday, also saying it will be up to other teams if they choose to honor Kirk pregame throughout the rest of Week 2.
“Last night’s moment was the league’s decision. It’s up to the clubs for this Sunday’s games,” the league’s statement read.
The NFL held a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk before TNF in Green Bay.
“Last night’s moment was the league’s decision,” NFL spokesperson Brian McCarthy told FOS. “It’s up to the clubs for this Sunday’s games.”
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Here’s what to know about which NFL teams opted to hold a moment of silence for Kirk in Week 2.
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Which NFL games held a Week 2 moment of silence for Charlie Kirk?
According to Outkick, the Miami Dolphins said they would be holding a moment of silence for Kirk. Additionally, the Pittsburgh Steelers said they would fly their flags at half-staff.
GameYes/NoJaguars vs. Bengals–Giants vs. CowboysYesBears vs. Lions–Rams vs. TitansYesPatriots vs. DolphinsYes49ers vs. SaintsYesBills vs. JetsYesSeahawks vs. SteelersNo*Browns vs. Ravens–Broncos vs. Colts–Panthers vs. Cardinals–Eagles vs. Chiefs–Falcons vs. Vikings–
*The Steelers flew their American flags at half-staff in honor of Kirk