Sean Payton, Saints don’t see anthem ‘sitters’ as sinners — just big winners

Most New Orleans players stood for the national anthem at Carolina, but a large group sat, too. Both stances were acceptable, and that tolerance helped foster needed unity during a desperate time for the team.

Most New Orleans players stood for the national anthem at Carolina, but a large group sat, too. Both stances were acceptable, and that tolerance helped foster needed unity during a desperate time for the team.