This is shocking.
The NFL is facing major backlash after most teams refused to honor slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, leaving many conservative fans outraged at what they see as a blatant double standard.
On Thursday Night Football, the league organized a brief moment of “silent reflection” at Lambeau Field before the Packers vs. Commanders game to acknowledge Kirk’s murder.
Shockingly, neither team participated. Players stayed inside their locker rooms while the short memorial took place, angering millions who tuned in expecting a respectful tribute.
Now, as 13 NFL teams prepare to host games on Sunday, it remains unclear how many will step up and pay tribute to Kirk — if any at all.
Only One Team Confirmed to Honor Kirk
In a stunning revelation, the Miami Dolphins are the only team to confirm they will hold a pregame moment of silence for Kirk, who was gunned down at age 31 during one of his signature campus rallies in Utah.
The Pittsburgh Steelers flatly stated they will not hold a moment of silence but will fly their stadium flags at half-staff — a minimal gesture, at best.
President Donald Trump issued a Presidential Proclamation on September 10 ordering all U.S. flags on federal property to be lowered in Kirk’s honor through Sunday evening.
However, NFL stadiums are not federal property, meaning teams are not required to comply.
The Kansas City Chiefs have not yet made an official announcement.
But Tavia Clark, wife of Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, shared a heartfelt Instagram post mourning Kirk, calling him a “courageous champion of faith, freedom, and the future of America.”
She urged Americans to pray for Kirk’s widow and young children as they face unimaginable grief.
Meanwhile, other teams like the New Orleans Saints have offered vague, non-committal responses — while 10 franchises refused to respond at all.
NFL’s 2020 Activism Comes Back to Haunt Them
The league’s hesitation has not gone unnoticed, especially when compared to 2020, when all 13 teams currently hosting Sunday games spoke out loudly after the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery.
- The Cincinnati Bengals issued a powerful public statement and pledged $250,000 to social justice initiatives in Floyd’s name.
- The Baltimore Ravens held a nine-minute and 46-second period of silence via Zoom to honor Floyd.
- Saints owner Gayle Benson declared at the time:
“There are no words that can properly honor the life of George Floyd.”
Today, none of those same owners or teams have released even a single statement acknowledging Charlie Kirk’s cold-blooded murder.
This glaring silence is fueling accusations of hypocrisy and has reignited calls for conservative Americans to boycott the NFL altogether.
Fans Accuse NFL of Political Bias
Conservative fans across the country are furious.
Many see the NFL’s reluctance to honor Kirk as proof that the league only supports certain political causes, while ignoring conservative voices — even when tragedy strikes.
“If this had been a left-wing activist, every team would have been falling over themselves to issue statements and tributes,” one angry fan wrote on social media. “This is proof the NFL thinks conservative lives don’t matter.”
Why This Matters for America
Charlie Kirk was more than a political activist — he was a leading voice for faith, family, and freedom, inspiring millions of young Americans to embrace conservative values.
His assassination has sent shockwaves through the nation.
President Trump himself personally honored Kirk’s memory, calling his death a “tragic loss for the entire country.”
Yet the NFL, one of America’s most powerful cultural institutions, appears ready to sweep this tragedy under the rug.
NFL’s Future at Stake
This growing controversy could have massive consequences for the NFL.
If conservative fans begin turning off their TVs and boycotting sponsors, the league risks losing billions in revenue.
Already, many Americans are vowing to never watch another game until the NFL shows respect for Charlie Kirk and his family.
The message from fans is clear: “Honor all lives equally — or lose our support.”
Bottom Line
- Only one NFL team has confirmed a pregame tribute to Charlie Kirk.
- Ten teams have refused to comment or respond.
- In 2020, these same teams publicly honored George Floyd and other left-wing causes.
- Fans now see a deep political bias within the league.
The NFL’s decision in the coming days will show whether it truly stands for all Americans, or just the causes that fit its political agenda.
