The NFL released a statement on Saturday after the release of the video showing how Nichols, a 29-year-old father, was killed by five Memphis police officers.
"We remain deeply committed to combating the injustices and inequities that plague our society and will continue to work with our social justice partners to support our communities and fight for change," the statement concluded.about death of Nichols. Coach Taylor Jenkins spoke before the team’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, saying the team had"sat and talked at length multiple times about what’s happened, what’s going to happen.
"The senseless loss of life for Tyre Nichols has really hit us hard," Jenkins said."And it’s been tough being on the road, not being home. And I wish I could extend my arms through this camera right now to the family. They’re going through a lot."took to Twitter to offer his thoughts. Activist, non-profit executive, podcast host, and educator Brittany Packnett Cunningham posted a tweet Friday morning ahead of the police surveillance and body camera footage.
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