Fans demand Michael Strahan’s firing after controversy over actions on Veterans Day, accused of ‘disrespecting national anthem’ during pre-game show

Fox Sports NFL analyst Michael Strahan faced backlash from social media viewers and the wide public for not placing his hand over his heart during the national anthem on Sunday.

Broadcasting from the San Diego Naval Base alongside fellow analysts Terry Bradshaw and Rob Gronkowski, the Fox team presented their show ahead of Veterans Day, which was observed on Monday.

With many military personnel gathered around, the anthem played before the start of Sunday’s NFL games, prompting reactions from fans.

He and his colleagues lined up to honor the military while a rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner played, but as the rest placed their hands over their hearts, Strahan stood with his arms crossed.

“If you can’t respect our military, you need to be removed from the NFL ON FOX!! GOOD BYE STRAHAN!!” one person commented on where the video was posted. 

“Dude, you f**ked up. I hope you feel whatever backlash comes your way in your career,” another person added. “I wish you no physical harm but feel whatever backlash comes the veterans feel when they stepped up when you couldn’t because you suck the lefts and legacy media’s a—,” someone else commented.

Newsmax host Todd Starnes posted: “Michael Strahan disrespected the military during a Veterans Day pre-game show on @NFLonFOX.

“The great irony is Strahan on a ship surrounded by men and women who would willingly sacrifice their lives to protect his freedom. So, his behavior is not just repugnant, it’s downright cowardly.”

 
 
 
 
 
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Returning on GMA following the incident, Strahan didn’t made any comments on the matter. The broadcast went smoothly, but the criticism haven’t died down yet. 

Despite the criticism he received, many defended Strahan noting he has military roots of his own through his father, Major Gene W. Strahan Sr.

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