Kaepernick Declines Coaching, Pursues NFL Comeback

Colin Kaepernick, now 37, continues intensive training in hopes of returning to the NFL, nearly a decade after his last game in 2016. He declined a coaching offer from the LA Chargers under his former coach Jim Harbaugh, choosing to focus solely on playing. Kaepernick's absence from the league began after his protests against racial injustice, which made him a controversial figure and are widely seen as contributing to his exclusion from NFL rosters. His last official NFL workout was with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022, and teams like the Seahawks previously showed interest but did not sign him. Kaepernick has not watched an NFL game since his departure but keeps up with league statistics and maintains peak physical condition. Despite long odds and skepticism from analysts, he remains determined to make a comeback.