During his time on the show, Kaepernick opened up about his latest venture, a children’s book titled “We Are Free, You & Me.” He shared the inspiration behind the book, highlighting his journey from being a professional athlete to becoming a civil rights advocate. “Growing up, I was focused on becoming the best football player possible,” he reflected. “Then you chase that dream, you try to do right by people, and create a better opportunity and future.”
Kaepernick reminisced about his triumphant rise with the San Francisco 49ers, particularly recalling his standout performance against the Chicago Bears on “Monday Night Football,” which secured him the starting quarterback position. “That moment and that feeling, there’s nothing like it. That was incredible,” he expressed, his eyes shining with nostalgia.
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In a surprising twist, Kaepernick revealed his aspirations to return to the NFL, echoing similar sentiments shared with NPR earlier that week. He emphasized, “At the end of the day, I don’t want to be in a position where I look back and have to question whether or not I gave it my all to try to pursue that. I will make sure that the reason I’m not playing is not because of my work ethic or commitment, but because I was held out of it.”
Beyond football, Kaepernick has set his sights on competing in the 2028 Olympics, with a dream to represent the United States on the flag football team. His determination and passion shine through as he navigates this new chapter of his life, leaving audiences intrigued about what the future holds for him.
As Kaepernick continues to champion social justice and inspire through his storytelling, fans, and followers eagerly await his next steps—whether on the field or through his powerful advocacy work. With his commitment and resilience, one can’t help but feel that he is poised to make an impact, no matter the arena.
