Michael Strahan is facing backlash amid his national anthem controversy, but the Good Morning America host’s fans have his back. The former NFL player caught some heat this week when some people perceived a gesture of his as “disrespectful,” which has since snowballed for Strahan.

Strahan faced criticism after he was seen standing with his arms to his side during the national anthem, while his co-hosts ... service members who courageously risk their lives to protect us every day. Your selfless service is beyond measure," he continued.

Jay Glazer made sure to defend Michael Strahan from the absurd criticism of the Hall of Famer and fellow Fox NFL Sunday star after the son of an Army major who grew up on a base in Germany didn’t put his hand over his heart during the national anthem on Sunday.