Data & Insights

Trump Tweeted the NFL and Nike Are 'Getting Absolutely Killed,' but Here's the Data

Both are embattled, but in relatively good shape

Colin Kaepernick anchors Nike's new 2-minute anthem spot for the Just Do It campaign's 30th year. Nike
By David Griner

September 5, 2018

Few were likely surprised that President Donald Trump would tweet about Nike’s polarizing new ad featuring Colin Kaepernick. The only real surprise is that it took him a few days.

David Griner

David Griner is Adweek's international editor and host of the Adweek podcast, "Yeah, That's Probably an Ad."

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