Colin Kaepernick Honored by Sports Illustrated with Muhammad Ali Legacy Award Stephen Cannella, SI Executive Editor SI noted Kaepernick's "steadfastness in the
fight for social justice." Ali's widow, Lonnie, was consulted and happy to present Kaepernick with the award, CNN noted. Lonnie Ali to CNN Kaepernick previously graced the cover of GQ as the magazine's 'Citizen of the Year.'