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Former NFL star Michael Strahan drew the ire of fans on social media after his ill-advised actions during the national anthem on Sunday.

The four-time First-Team All-Pro is being slammed for keeping his hands in front of him while “The Star-Spangled Banner” played as FOX broadcast its pregame show from the San Diego Naval Base before Veteran’s Day.

Strahan’s colleagues placed their right hands on their hearts, but the former New York Giants star kept his down, prompting some serious backlash, with viewers and fans urging the network to fire him.

According to the Daily Mail, however, FOX will not punish Strahan over what they believe was “an honest mistake.”

“His peers have his back and understand that he wasn’t making the moment about himself. There isn’t going to be any type of punishment or fine going Michael’s way,” a source told the outlet this week.

“He may address it, but he is weighing his options because he never thought this would have ever been a thing. He knows the man he is, and he almost doesn’t want to address the controversy to give it more life.”

Michael Strahan May Have Already Addressed The Backlash

Strahan did seemingly address the controversy on Monday, taking to Instagram to post a photo of his father, Major Gene W. Strahan, in uniform as he paid tribute to U.S. veterans.

“Thank you to all veterans and active service members who courageously risk their lives to protect us every day,” he wrote. “Your selfless service is beyond measure. Just as I honor my father, I keep all of you in my thoughts each and every day as we would not have the safety and freedoms we cherish without you. Thank You.”


In addition to his role at FOX, Strahan co-hosts ‘Good Morning America.’ He was not seen on Monday’s show.

VIDEO: Victor Wembanyama Reveals He Used To Like Some NBA Stars Until He Realized They Don’t Put In The Right Work

Victor Wembanyama shares his change of mind for some NBA stars

Victor Wembanyama (Image Credit: YouTube/@SI)
Victor Wembanyama is entering his second season with the San Antonio Spurs after a stellar rookie year, where he was the first overall pick and won the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Following his successful debut, Wembanyama showcased his skills on the international stage by leading the French national team to a silver medal at the Paris Olympics.

Recently, Wembanyama graced the cover of Sports Illustrated, where he shared insights into his basketball journey. During the interview, he candidly discussed how his perspective on some NBA stars has changed over time.

“I think both in a good and bad way it’s how truly the best in the game are. How in a good way some of them are really impressive and inspiring in the way they approach the game every night,” Wembanyama said.


“But others that I used to like, and now I’m just like, nah. I’m not sure that they deserve you know. They don’t seem like they put as much work as I thought,” he added.