Exiled National Football League (NFL) player Colin Kaepernick is actively seeking a return to the sport.

The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback, who has been out of professional football since 2016, is making headlines with his renewed effort to rejoin the league. 

Kaepernick, known for his controversial kneeling protest against racial injustice, has been vocal about his readiness to play. His desire to return to the NFL comes when the league has increasingly focused on social justice initiatives, making his potential comeback a focal point of broader discussions about activism in sports.

Despite his impressive track record, including a Super Bowl appearance, Kaepernick’s path back into the NFL is fraught with challenges. 

In an interview with Sky Sports, Kaepernick said he was ready to start playing again.

 “We’re still training, still pushing so… hopefully we gotta get one of these team owners to open up,” he said, “It’s something I’ve trained my whole life for, so to step back on the field I think that would be a major moment…a major accomplishment for me.”

“I could bring a lot to a team and help them win a championship,” he added.

Kaepernick has remained active in various social justice causes, and his high-profile protests have sparked significant debate within the sporting community. The NFL’s shifting stance on social issues adds complexity to the situation, raising questions about whether his activism will impact team decisions.

He has even done three films with Netflix centred around the controversy, The Price of Protest, Colin in Black and White, and Kaepernick and America further fueling the flames that set his career ablaze in 2016.

Teams must weigh not only his athletic capabilities but also the implications of his return on team dynamics and public relations. 

While some supporters advocate for his return to the NFL based on merit, others debate whether his activism will overshadow his football skills.

As Kaepernick pushes for a comeback, the NFL faces a muddied crossroads.

Fans are watching and waiting to see the results of his extensive efforts to re-enter his football career.