Controversial NFL quarterback Kaepernick returns, but 49ers lose again

The return of controversial quarterback Colin Kaepernick to the starting lineup for the first time in 11 months couldn't reverse the flagging fortunes of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The Bills pummeled the 49ers 45-16 in Buffalo, where Kaepernick was booed by some while others chanted "U-S-A" prior to the pre-game performance of the American national anthem -- during which Kaepernick continued the protest in which he has declined to stand for "The Star-Spangled Banner" to protest racial oppression and police brutality. "To be honest, I was focused on football," Kaepernick said.

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