NFL discussing possible steps to deal with anthem protests

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, left, speaks to reporters as he enters the NFL owners spring meeting Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

ATLANTA — The NFL approved a new owner for the Carolina Panthers, passed a rule to eject players who hit with their helmets, and took steps to spice up the kickoff.

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