Floyd's horrific death has moved more players to share their thoughts openly. That was evident June 1 when the Ravens held a Zoom meeting seven days after ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, now charged with second-degree murder, brutally kneeled on Floyd's neck for 8 minutes, 46 seconds while making an arrest.
Instead of focusing on football, Head Coach John Harbaugh opened the floor for discussion about Floyd's death or whatever else was on players' hearts and minds. Campbell appreciated Harbaugh's willingness to create a forum to share their ideas and emotions.
"Coach Harbaugh called a whole meeting just so we could discuss what's going on in the community right now and how we can make change," Campbell said. "We decided we were going to create a committee to help end racism using our NFL platform. That's a huge mountain. We're climbing. We're making a difference."
Ravens players, coaches and employees participated Thursday in a moment of silence to honor Floyd that lasted eight minutes, 46 seconds. On Monday, Ravens Owner Steve Bisciotti made a statement and pledged $1 million through the Stephen and Renee Bisciotti Foundation toward "furthering social justice and invoking meaningful change." A group of current and former Ravens will decide which organizations should receive proceeds.
Meanwhile, many NFL players have expressed their views candidly on social media throughout the week, including Ravens quarterback Robert Griffin III, Pro Bowl right tackle Orlando Brown Jr. and Pro Bowl left tackle Ronnie Stanley.
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