Updated June 6th, 2020 at 07:25 IST

NFL team Jacksonville Jaguars hold march in Black Lives Matter tribute

The Jacksonville Jaguars protested against inequality and police brutality on Friday, marching from their stadium to the steps of the sheriff’s department

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The Jacksonville Jaguars protested against inequality and police brutality on Friday, marching from their stadium to the steps of the sheriff’s department.

The Jaguars started their march at 9:04 a.m. local time to signify the local 904 area code.

The protest came two days after owner Shad Khan spoke against racism in a letter  on the team website.

He promised then the franchise would work toward a “timely response.”

Jaguars wide receiver, Christian Conley spoke at the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, with DJ Chark speaking at the stadium at the start of the march.

The Jaguars' protest is just the latest involving professional athletes since the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

Two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry marched in a protest on Wednesday along with his wife and four teammates from the Golden State Warriors, including Klay Thompson.

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Published June 6th, 2020 at 07:25 IST