Unique national anthem ahead of NFL Paris game between Steelers and Saints draws mixed reviews

The NFL brought its own French flair to the pregame festivities ahead of the kickoff between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints in Paris on Sunday, which predictably resulted in a mixed reaction.

After both teams took the field at Stade de France, The Soul Rebels, an eight-piece brass ensemble, played a unique rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner." It was far from the typical version of the national anthem that fans are accustomed to hearing ahead of contests, but the jazz-style...