It appears that former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick is unlikely to make a return to professional football through the XFL. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who owns the XFL, revealed that he had a meeting with Kaepernick and his agents to discuss the possibility of him playing in the league. However, Johnson expressed doubts about the likelihood of Kaepernick joining the XFL.
In response to an Instagram post,
“Good meeting, looked to create an opportunity for him but I don’t think it’ll happen. We’ll see.” :Johnson stated
Update: Dwayne Johnson has met with Colin Kapernick and has invited him to join the XFL.
The Rock, who owns the XFL, said he met with both Kaepernick and his agents and had a "Good meeting, looked to create opportunity for him.' but Johnson says he doesn't think it will happen.… https://t.co/JesNbo0IGw pic.twitter.com/tKovETMsdg
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) October 4, 2023
Kaepernick has been actively working toward a comeback in the NFL after being out of the league since 2017. His decision to kneel during the national anthem as a protest against police brutality and racial injustice made him a polarizing figure. The 35-year-old quarterback previously played for the San Francisco 49ers from 2011 to 2016, leading them to a Super Bowl appearance in 2012.
Kaepernick’s agent recently reached out to the New York Jets to express his client’s interest in returning to the NFL, particularly after the news of Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending injury. However, the Jets did not show a similar interest in signing the quarterback.
