Friday was no different. High-profile athletes and coaches across all sports expressed their desire for racial justice and an end to police violence following Floyd’s death on Monday. Dolphins coach Brian Flores made a powerful statement that the team posted on its Twitter feed. Joe Burrow, the first pick in this year’s NFL Draft, tweeted, “The black community needs our help.” Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence made a plea for understanding.
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Chauvin was shown in a video keeping his knee on Floyd’s neck while arresting Floyd on suspicion of forgery. Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, later died in the custody of Chauvin, who is white, and three other Minneapolis officers. All four officers were fired and Chauvin was charged Friday with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Minneapolis has been the scene of rioting and looting since Floyd’s death.
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A sample of the sports world’s growing reactions Friday:
