Orlando Sentinel

WR Conley: ‘Today we say no more’

March to sheriff’s office to protest against inequality

- By Teresa M. Walker

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

“Today we say no more,” wide receiver Chris Conley said. “Today we see a nation that can’t await change, a city that won’t sit still or be quiet.”

The march included Joshua Dobbs, Brandon Linder and Josh Lambo of the Jaguars, along with family members. Coach Doug Marrone, general manager Dave Caldwell and assistant coach Terry Robiskie also walked in what the team called an attempt to “raise awareness for racial injustices against the black community,” with many wearing “Black Lives Matter” T-shirts.

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.” Former Jaguars receiver Ernest Wilford, now an officer at the department, joined them on the steps at the sheriff ’s office.

Conley spoke at the Jacksonvil­le Sheriff ’s Office. He said he cried when he saw the video of the shooting death of

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