Ahead of Super Bowl LX, The Washington Post focused on former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, labeling him the 'most relevant' figure in connection to the event, despite the San Francisco 49ers not competing. The article highlighted Kaepernick's significant role in the ongoing dialogues of social justice and his past protests during the national anthem, pointing out that he remains a symbol of these issues even though he has been out of professional football for almost ten years. Given that the Super Bowl is being played in his former home stadium, the piece examined the continued impact of his activism on the event.

The article, authored by Adam Kilgore, emphasized Kaepernick's legacy and the ongoing relevance of his message in contemporary discussions about social justice, particularly in the context of a nation grappling with issues that he has long been vocal about. References were made to current social issues and how they resonate with the reasons behind his kneeling protest against systemic injustice in the U.S. The juxtaposition of a significant sporting event like the Super Bowl against the backdrop of Kaepernick's struggles and the socio-political climate underscores the complicated relationship between sports and activism.

Kaepernick’s absence from the NFL and 'invisibility' in the conversation about America’s largest sporting spectacle raised questions among social media users, leading to a backlash regarding why he remains sidelined despite being a pivotal figure in discussions of race and injustice in America. This discourse invites a larger conversation about the complexities of representation and acknowledgment within the realm of sports, especially as they relate to pressing societal issues.