Gay athletes in nfl

Pro football is becoming more inclusive of male players in the LGBTQ+ community. Authors: Edward M. Kian, Ph. Corresponding Author: Edward M.

There have been 16 gay or bi players come out publicly in the NFL, which is in its th season. Carl Nassib was No. 16 and the first one to come out as gay while on an active roster. Carl Nassib right will be treated differently by team-mates - "but only in a positive way", Ryan K Russell says. Former Dallas Cowboys, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Buffalo Bills defensive end Ryan K Russell says he spent the day in a state of "elation" after watching a video in which Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to come out as gay. It was a decision year old Nassib revealed he had been agonising about making for 15 years.

He became the first openly gay player to play in an NFL game on September 13, [2] He later became the first openly gay player in an NFL playoff game on January 15, [3][4] Six former NFL players have come out publicly after they retired. [5]. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Fortunately, one of the most popular sports in the U. has been making some progress thanks to the players who have come out.

Throughout the year history of the NFL, only a few players have had the courage to publicly come out as gay. In June , Carl Nassib, a player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, made history as. Over the course of the NFL's year history, only a handful of players have ever come out as gay. In a sport where many players feel that their career could be at risk if they came out, it takes a lot of courage to authentically live their truth. In fact, it wasn't until that an active player actually opened up about his sexuality.