Others, however, were not so diplomatic. “Honestly, I don’t understand why we’re doing this,” said an unnamed player who requested anonymity for obvious reasons. “It’s just a night where we show support for fans who, you know, happen to be LGBTQ+. I’m pretty sure that doesn’t affect how we perform on the field.”
Some players, especially those more active on social justice issues, have privately expressed concerns over the team’s stance. After all, it’s not exactly easy to promote unity within the team when your organization is picking public fights with the rainbow flag.
With the Steelers following the Chiefs’ lead, other teams now find themselves under the microscope. Fans are wondering which franchise will be the next to jump on the “woke and satanic” bandwagon, as if somehow acknowledging Pride Nights is a slippery slope into a football version of “The Exorcist.”
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