Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is doing everything but playing football while claiming to want a return to the NFL. At 37, Kaepernick is well past his prime after being kicked out of the league following 2016.
Kaepernick has been busy with other projects since being blackballed from the league. He’s started a publishing company, a non-profit organization, and an AI-tech start-up venture.
Former San Francisco 49ers QB still wants to play football
Kaepernick is exploring the possibility of returning to the game of football via the sport of flag football in the 2028 Olympics.
While the league hasn’t offered him as much as a practice squad job in nearly a decade, the former Nevada standout has turned down opportunities to play in the UFL and other professional leagues.
In a recent interview with Nessa Diab, Kaepernick’s long-time partner, told TMZ Sports that Kaepernick is still training to return to the NFL.
“All day, everyday,” Diab said of Kapernick’s training. “Nothing has changed! Nothing!”
NFL fans react to Colin Kaepernick’s return plan
Many football fans had strong reactions to the update that Kaepernick wants to return to the league.
“Is he gonna sue again because no one will sign him, even though hes like 45,” asked a fan.
“He doesn’t have to he made millions with all the endorsements he got. Why bother at this point,” asked another.
He is getting a day pass from the seniors citizens center to go try out. pic.twitter.com/b84cthGXO1
— Burt Macklin (@BurtMaclin_FBI) April 20, 2025
“Dude said NFL draft was like modern day slavery via Netflix show but knocking on the door wanting back in,” posted a fan.
“I am still training to be in the NBA. I go to LA Fitness 4 times a week, and play rec ball,” joked another.
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