Jake Fromm apologises after 'Elite White People' racist text gets leaked on social media

Buffalo Bills quarterback Jake Fromm apologised on Thursday after his racist text message from 2019 was leaked on social media. The rookie quarterback was drafted by the Bills in the 2020 NFL Draft earlier this year. However, even before making his NFL debut, the 21-year-old got himself embroiled in controversy after screenshots from one of his text conversations emerged on social media.

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In the screenshots, Jake From can be seen claiming only "elite white people" should be able to purchase firearms. As soon as the Jake Fromm racist texts leaked on social media, Fromm received heavy criticism from fans, especially considering the United States is currently in turmoil after the unjust killing of George Floyd. Jake Fromm was forced to issue a public apology for his insensitive message.

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Jake Fromm apology

"I am extremely sorry that I chose to use the words 'elite white person' in a text message conversation," the Jake Fromm apology read. "Although I never meant to imply that I am an 'elite white person,' as later stated in the conversation, there's no excuse for that word choice and sentiment. I stand against racism 100%. I promise to commit myself to being part of the solution in this country."

Jake Fromm apology: Bills release statement

Subsequently, Buffalo Bills released a statement regarding the Jake Fromm racist texts. "Earlier today, we became aware of comments made in a text message conversation involving Jake Fromm in 2019," the Bills said in the statement. "He was wrong and he admitted it to us. We don't condone what he said." The Bills further noted that Fromm was "honest" and "forthcoming" about his mistake and asked for the opportunity to rectify his mistake publicly. Jake Fromm also apologised to his teammates and coaches during a meeting on Thursday, per the Bills statement. 

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NFL stars react to Jake Fromm racist texts 

Several NFL players were quick to criticise the rookie quarterback for his 'Elite White People' text. New York Jets safety Jamal Adams tweeted right after the Jake Fromm apology was released stating Fromm and Drew Brees "are not really sorry." Brees was earlier criticised after he said he will never approve kneeling during the national anthem as a sign of protest. After heavy criticism, Brees issued a public apology. San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman and Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett also slammed  From on Twitter.

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