NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Wednesday said the league believes everyone should stand for the national anthem. At a news conference at the owners' annual meeting, Goodell said team owners want to work with players who are concerned about social issues. Goodell added that an important part of the NFL to stand for the anthem and honor the flag and country. He said fans expect that from the league. He did not say whether the league would force players to stand during the anthem.Getty Images
President Trump lashed out on Twitter Wednesday against the NFL for not forcing players to stand for the anthem. He called it "total disrespect for our great country."