3 NFL Teams Receive Backlash for Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day Instead of Columbus Day

Three NFL teams are facing criticism from fans after celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day. The Kansas City Chiefs , Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams all recognized Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, October 12, while no NFL team publicly acknowledged Columbus Day on social media, according to a Fox News report published Tuesday, October 13. Columbus Day is a federal holiday marking Christopher Columbus ‘ arrival in the Americas in 1492. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is observed on the same day and honors Native American history and culture.