Kaepernick, 38, says he's still game-ready nearly 10 years after last NFL snap

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick told The Guardian in an interview published Sept. 26, 2026 he remains game-ready for an NFL return. Kaepernick, 38, said he still rises at 4:30am daily for strength, speed and position work. He last played top-flight football almost 10 years ago after his 2016 anthem protest.