Beyond that, there was also the implicit understanding Black athletes carried with them when they were compared to whites.

Source: https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/the-making-of-the-magician-marlin-briscoe-s-pioneering-path-in-pro-football

Speaking on marginalised communities, Chris, you play a role where you're bridging the gap between a "white" company and Black athletes.

Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/adaenechi/ben-affleck-chris-tucker-air-movie

The White male’s view of Jackson choosing to “do it his way” is symptomatic of the way Black athletes are viewed behind closed doors.

Source: https://afro.com/lamar-jackson-quarterbacks-a-historic-deal-commits-to-five-year-extension-deal-with-baltimore-ravens/