Kaepernick worked out for the Raiders on Wednesday, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.
In March 2017, Kaepernick opted out of his 49ers contract and became a free agent. No NFL team signed him. In October 2017, he filed his grievance case against the NFL, alleging that teams were colluding to deny him a job.
Raiders owner Mark Davis said he would welcome Kaepernick “with open arms” provided the team’s coaches and general manager were on board.
“He deserves every chance in the world to become a quarterback in the National Football League,” Davis told NBC Sports.
Kaepernick has expressed his desire to play in the NFL time and time again — even signaling he would sign with a team as a backup.
“So, yeah, if I have to come in as a backup that’s fine, but that’s not where I’m staying. And when I prove that I’m a starter, I want to be able to step on the field as such. I just need that opportunity to walk through the door.”
CNN has contacted Kaepernick’s representation and the Raiders for comment.
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