San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick made his first NFL start Sunday since he began kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality. Kaepernick, who donned a Muhammad Ali shirt when entering New Era Field, completed 13 of 29 passes for one touchdown and ran for 88 yards in the team’s 45-16 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Home fans were not exactly welcoming. Kaepernick’s presence on field was met with boos, while tailgaters beat up an afro’d Kaepernick doll to chants of “tackle the Muslim,” unbeknownst to the fact that the quarterback is an avowed Christian.
Outside the stadium, a fan sold t-shirts featuring Kaepernick in the crosshairs of a gun. Another t-shirt referred to the quarterback as “Kaeperd--k” with text reading, “Shut Up And Stand Up!”
Kaepernick did receive some support from those in Buffalo. A group of protestors in the parking lot brought signs reading “Bills Fans For Black Lives” and “Kneel for Racial Justice” and took a knee during the national anthem.
After the game, Kaepernick made it clear he doesn’t plan to stop protesting anytime soon.
“There’s people’s lives being taken and affected by this on a daily basis,” Kaepernick told reporters. “I don’t understand what’s more American than fighting for liberty and justice for everybody, for the equality this country says it stands for.”
The 49ers return to San Francisco next weekend to host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.