Colin Kaepernick won't join LA Chargers this season
- Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh initially considered hiring Colin Kaepernick.
- However, Harbaugh later clarified that Kaepernick won't be part of the team this season, neither as a player nor a coach.
- Colin Kaepernick's potential future involvement with the NFL remains uncertain.
In a recent statement, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh clarified that former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick will not be joining the team as either a player or a coach this season. Harbaugh, who previously expressed interest in Kaepernick's potential coaching abilities, emphasized that the coaching staff is already set for the year. Despite their past connection during their time with the San Francisco 49ers, Harbaugh has now backtracked on earlier comments suggesting Kaepernick might have a role with the Chargers. Kaepernick, who has not played in the NFL since 2016, became a polarizing figure after initiating the kneeling protest during the national anthem to highlight social injustices. Harbaugh acknowledged Kaepernick's football acumen and expressed admiration for him, stating that he sees qualities in Kaepernick that could make him a great coach. However, he also noted that the media may have exaggerated the possibility of Kaepernick's involvement with the Chargers. While Kaepernick remains hopeful about returning to the NFL as a player, he has not been signed by any team since opting out of his contract with the 49ers in 2017. He has previously filed a grievance against the NFL, alleging collusion to keep him out of the league, which was settled in 2019. As the Chargers move forward, Harbaugh's comments suggest that while Kaepernick's immediate future with the team is uncertain, the door may remain open for future discussions.