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TAMPA, Fla. -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter admitted Monday that he was disappointed wide receiver Mike Evans chose to sit during the national anthem before Sundays game to protest Donald Trumps election as president of the United States.Yeah, Im disappointed for that, Koetter said. I also respect Mikes freedom of speech and freedom of expression.Koetter said he was adopting the same stance he took when asked in August how he would react if one of his players protested in similar fashion to Colin Kaepernick. He even read the same statement when he addressed the media Monday.Believe it or not, we have practiced how to line up for the national anthem. Weve worked on it. I dont know if our organization has the right to tell a guy that he needs to do that, Koetter said in his statement. I would be disappointed if any of our players didnt stand up for the national anthem, personally. I look at that as a salute to the people who have paved the way for us, but at the same time, this is a free country, and I think freedom of speech is something that we all believe in and freedom of expression. Thats an individuals choice. Thats a fine line there. I would personally be disappointed, but I think it would be hard to enforce that rule.He also said he supported the statement the Buccaneers put out Sunday night.The Buccaneers are deeply committed to the military and honoring the great men and women that have dedicated their lives and have made great sacrifices to insure all the tremendous freedoms we have in this great country, the statement said. We encourage all members of our organization to respectfully honor our flag during the playing of the national anthem. We also recognize every individuals constitutional right to freedom of speech, which is crucial to the American principles we cherish.Koetter was not aware that Evans was planning to protest before the game.I didnt know about this until after the game, Koetter said. It didnt come up in front of me in the locker room. By the time I was aware of this, most of the players were showered and mostly gone, and players are off today.He has not yet spoken to any of the players about it. After the game, Evans and Koetter exchanged text messages, and they plan to talk more Wednesday. He isnt sure if other players will join Evans protest in the future. Evans said he would continue to protest as long as Trump is the President-elect. Koetter said hell do his best to minimize any distractions caused by it.I hope it doesnt affect our team, Koetter said. Thats something Ill take whatever measures I think are necessary to try to minimize what effect it has on our team. Im really not sure. This is uncharted water for me. Im not sure about any of that.A number of fans have voiced their displeasure on social media and have even threatened to boycott the team, particularly because of the timing of the protest. The day featured a military flyover, a performance of the national anthem by the 82nd Airborne and a halftime enlistment ceremony featuring 180 recruits. Tampa is home to MacDill Airforce Base and more than 12,000 active-duty service members.Evans emphasized Sunday that his protest was not about the military but was purely about Trump.I dont want to disrespect the veterans or anything, Evans said. The men and women that served this country -- Im forever indebted to them. But the things that have been going on in America lately, Im not going to stand for that. Frank Clark Jersey . The Cleveland Indians, Tampa Bay Rays, and Texas Rangers all won on Sunday meaning the Rangers will host the Rays in a play-in game on Monday. Darwin Thompson Womens Jersey . 9. 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Brisbane star Pearce Hanley is reportedly set to be traded to Queensland AFL rivals Gold Coast as the club rebuilds in the wake of its woeful season.The Lions and Suns have come to a mutual agreement for Irish midfielder Hanleys move down the M1 after nine years and 129 games at Brisbane, according to News Corp Australia.The 27-year-old Hanley is one of the Lions best players, but his form dropped off as the club slid down the ladder in the past two years under former coach Justin Leppitsch.However, at the launch of AFL Trade Radio on Tuesday, Hanleys manager Paul Connors indicated a move to Robina was a long way from eventuating.I think more than likely hell be there (at Brisbane) but trade month is a funny period, Connors said.Hes an extremely loyal young man and his brother plays at the club, so it would have to be something that enticed both parties for him to leave.ddddddddddddHe hasnt requested a trade and Brisbane hasnt asked me to trade him. Its a long way from happening.Its also been reported Adelaide head of football David Nobles appointment to a similar role at the Lions is close to completion following the Crows semi-final loss to Sydney on Saturday, Fairfax Media said.It will see the Tasmanian, whos spent more than a decade at the Crows after a stint as an assistant coach at Western Bulldogs, join the five-person panel to chose a replacement for Leppitsch. ' ' '