Colin Kaepernick net worth, kneeling protests and reason behind the end of his NFL career

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's protest against police brutality in 2016 gained momentum a total of four years later, after brutal death of George Floyd. im of Kaepernick kneeling during national anm in protest of racial inequality in United States in 2016 has been a regularly circulated on social media after tragic murder of George Floyd. Many stars including LeBron James have cited Colin Kaepernick kneeling protest in wake of Floyd's death. Here's a look at Colin Kaepernick net worth, Colin Kaepernick kneeling protest, and Colin Kaepernick NFL career. 

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Colin Kaepernick net worth and salary

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Colin Kaepernick net worth figure currently stands at an estimated $20 million. During his time with San Francisco 49ers from 2011 to 2016, quarterback earned roughly around $43 million in salary. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Kaepernick raked in an estimated amount of $14.3 million in his final season with 49ers. Kaepernick signed a deal with Nike in September 2018, which will see him having his own apparel line with company as well. While Nike deal has boosted Colin Kaepernick net worth, his football hiatus has massively affected it from soaring.

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Colin Kaepernick net worth: Colin Kaepernick kneeling protest

In San Francisco 49ers' third preseason game in 2016, quarterback Colin Kaepernick was ticed kneeling during playing of national anm as opposed to tradition of standing. In post-game interview, quarterback said that he t going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses mirities. Kaepernick added that he could t be selfish and think about his NFL career as issue was more important than football. former 49ers star's protests started after a series of African-American murders, which lead to Black Lives Matter movement. At  time of Colin Kaepernick kneeling protest, he said that he will continue processing until flag represents what it is supposed to. 

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Colin Kaepernick net worth: Colin Kaepernick NFL career

Colin Kaepernick set multiple school and college records during his time at University of Nevada, Re, and was subsequently picked by 49ers in second round of 2011 NFL Draft. In his second season, quarterback led his team to ir first Super Bowl appearance since 1994. Over next three seasons, Kaepernick lost and won back his starting job, with 49ers missing playoffs for three years in succession.

 University of Nevada alumnus was subsequently released by 49ers after end of 2016 NFL season. Colin Kaepernick NFL career came to an abrupt end after 2016. Since n, quarterback has been a free nt. Interestingly, Kaepernick had a workout late last year. However, trend from 2017 continued and franchise opted to bring in former 49ers starter. 

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