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Former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick to hold workout for NFL teams on Saturday

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is holding a private workout for NFL teams on Saturday in Atlanta, Georgia, ESPN reporter Adam Schefter said on Tuesday.

According to Schefter, Kaepernick will participate in an on-field workout and interviews for interested teams.

The Pitman High graduate last played in the NFL in 2016 and has thrown for 12,271 yards and 72 touchdowns throughout his NFL career and been outspoken in civil issues.

He sparked controversy in 2016 with his protests during the national anthem prior to games, a stance against racial injustice.

Kaepernick grew up in Turlock and starred at the University of Nevada before being drafted by the 49ers in 2011.

This story was originally published November 13, 2019 at 7:48 AM.

Julian A. Lopez
The Modesto Bee
Julian A. Lopez has been covering local sports for The Modesto Bee since August 2018. He graduated from Arizona State in 2016 with a BA in Journalism.
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