SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- With quarterback Colin Kaepernick set to appear on the cover of Time magazine, San Francisco 49ers coach Chip Kelly spoke for the first time at length Thursday about why he believes what Kaepernick is doing is important.Previously Kelly had mostly stuck to saying that he and the team respected Kaepernicks right to speak his mind, but with Kaepernicks protest of racial inequality and oppression in the United States picking up momentum across the league and the country, Kelly offered further support.I think its an issue -- you look at whats gone on in Tulsa and Charlotte the last two nights -- its an issue thats at the forefront of our country and it needs to be addressed and needs to be taken care of because whats going on is not right, Kelly said. I think, again, hes shedding light on a situation that is heinous and shouldnt happen in this country. We all have inalienable rights as a citizen of this country and theyre being violated, and thats what I think Colin is standing up for.The cover of the Oct. 3 issue of Time reads The Perilous Fight followed by National anthem protests led by Colin Kaepernick are fueling a debate about privilege, pride and patriotism.Kelly also emphasized that Kaepernicks protest has not trickled into his preparation or had an adverse impact on the way he goes about his business when working.When hes here, hes doing football, Kelly said. When were here from 8:15 when we get here in the morning until 5 when we leave, hes at every meeting, hes done everything, there hasnt been anything. Hey, Coach I need time because Ive got this going on -- he hasnt done that. He understands what his job is and hes balanced it really well, and I think hes managed it really well. Hes focused, hes dialed in when were at practice.Asked whether he thought it was appropriate for Kaepernick to speak about social issues after a game, Kelly said he doesnt mind.When hes asked a question, I think he should answer what his feelings are on those questions, Kelly said. If you dont think thats the thing then maybe you shouldnt ask him those questions.On Tuesday, Kaepernick revealed that hes received death threats via multiple avenues and said anyone acting on such threats would only be proving his point. He also said he will donate $100,000 per week for the next 10 weeks to organizations focused on helping communities in need.Kaepernick said he has been encouraged by the amount of support hes received from other athletes and people around the country.I think other people are picking up on the protest and speaking out about it, from high school to activists to pro athletes, Kaepernick said. I think its huge and I think the more conversation continues between those communities, more and more solutions will come up on how to fix this and the best way to fix it as quickly as possible. I think thats important and ultimately the goal. Alex Chiasson Jersey . SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. Tom Wilson Jersey . -- The Magic have their first victory of the new year. http://www.cheapwashingtoncapitalsjerseys.com/?tag=adidas-rod-langway-jersey . As he recorded his 23rd and 24th points of the evening, a segment of the sellout Air Canada Centre crowd expressed their appreciation for the Raptors point guard with a smattering of MVP chants. Brooks Orpik Jersey . Q: Team Canada announces their Olympic roster three weeks from today. Who is general manager Steve Yzerman watching? LeBrun: Over the last 48 hours, hes taken in the home-and-home between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche with Jamie Benn and Matt Duchene being the obvious targets. Madison Bowey Jersey . -- Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson asked his players a simple question during Fridays morning shootaround: How many of them had ever been on a team 14 games over . The AP preseason Top 25?is filled with talented teams and quarterback questions, Heisman candidates and potential problems at linebacker or wide receiver. And the 10 teams at the very top have a path to the College Football Playoff..ddddddddddddut all 10 teams have flaws, too. Here are the trouble spots for the AP preseason Top 10. Cheap NFL Womens Jerseys Wholesale Jerseys From China Youth NFL Jerseys China Cheap NFL T-shirts Wholesale NFL Jerseys Wholesale Black NFL Jerseys Cheap NFL Womens Jerseys ' ' '