NEW YORK (Reuters) - Most Americans think San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand for the national anthem is unpatriotic but support his right to free speech, while nearly half do not think the National Football League should penalize him, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll released on Wednesday.

The fines came one day after the NFL's director of officiating, Dean Blandino, offered an explanation for Newton taking multiple helmet-to-helmet hits -- it's all about his posture.

(Reuters) - Twitter Inc launched a new video streaming application for Apple Inc and Amazon.com Inc TV platforms, as well as Microsoft Corp's Xbox One gaming console as it brings its video content to the forefront.

Sept 13 (The Sports Xchange) - Buffalo Bills wide receiver Sammy Watkins appears headed in the right direction if the third-year star wishes to make good on his guarantee that he will play in Thursday's home game versus the New York Jets.

Reuters sports schedule at 1400 GMT on Tuesday (times GMT):

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback Colin Kaepernick brought his protest against racial inequality to a nationally televised Monday Night Football audience, kneeling on the field rather than standing as the national anthem played.

The Steelers gained 435 yards anyway thanks in no small part to Roethlisberger and wide receiver Antonio Brown, but with a healthy assist from some young pass catchers and a veteran running back.

The Rams were shut out in their first game since returning to Los Angeles after 21 seasons in St. Louis.

Reuters sports schedule at 0600 GMT on Tuesday (times GMT):