Landry Jones on Christianity and gay athletes
The former Oklahoma standout says his Christian perspective on homosexuality would not affect his treatment of a gay teammate
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Woodson's Perfect Response To Gays In NFL
One of the best things about Jason Collins coming out as gay, is that the media everywhere are asking other athletes their views on gay teammates (see our list of 187 reactions). An excellent...
Podcast: Reasons Kluwe & Ayanbadejo were released
We talk about the speculation that Kluwe and Ayanbadejo were cut for their LGBT support, and how these two men are being treated like every other NFL player who has to deal with salary and contract issues.
NFL Players: Gays The Same As Drunks, Prostitutes
DeMario Davis and Kirk Cousins say they would welcome an openly gay player on their teams. But their religious beliefs cause them to equate homosexuality with being a prostitute, demon or a drunk.
Kluwe, Ayanbadejo not cut for gay advocacy
NFL teams make decisions based on performance, wins and the salary cap, not whether someone supports gay people.
Chicago City Council votes to support gay athletes
The Last Closet recruits second city to pass resolution in quest to open men's pro sports for gay athletes. Chicago Bears and Fire offer their support.
Chris Kluwe released by the Minnesota Vikings
Kluwe played for the Vikings for eight years, now looks for a new team
Asante Samuel To Gays: "Don't Flaunt It'
"You don't have to show it and flaunt it like that. You know what I'm saying, we have kids out here too," the Falcons cornerback says.
Carson Palmer, 12 Colts Would Embrace Gay Player
In the wake of the Jason Collins coming out in the NBA, players in the NFL speak up about having gay teammates.
NFL Gay Bias Memo: No 'Sexual Gag Gifts'
The league sends its 32 teams a memo outlining acceptable conduct as it pertains to sexual orientation
LeRoy Butler On Gays, The Church And Reggie White
"That pastor was talking to me like I was the devil." The former Green Bay Packer talks about being fired from a church speaking gig for supporting a gay athlete
Church Cancels Packer For Supporting Collins
A church in Wisconsin canceled a planned speech by former Green Bay Packers safety LeRoy Butler after he expressed support for NBA player Jason Collins coming out as gay. The church cited a "morals clause."
Chris Kluwe's Days As Viking May Be Numbered
The Vikings punter is not sure whether his activism for gay rights played a role in the team drafting a punter to compete.
Podcast: Behind the story of Alan Gendreau
For four years we held Gendreau's secret in confidence. Now we're able to talk about what happened leading up to the publication of his story.
News: Coach says gays face locker room jungle
Orlando Predators coach Doug Plank, of Arena Football, says football locker rooms aren't ready for gay players.
News: Alan Gendreau gets heavy media attention
There's been lots of attention paid to our story on former Middle Tennessee State kicker Alan Gendreau. Here are some of the media pieces, including a great piece from our friend John Branch at the...
NFL's Scott Fujita Announces Retirement
The linebacker is a longtime advocate of gay rights and will retire as a New Orleans Saint
Being Gay Won't Stop Player From Being Drafted
The bottom line in the NFL is winning, not sexual orientation. As longtime general manager Bill Polian says: "I just don't think it's important."
Vick's brother on Arizona Cardinal 'Fruit Tarts'
Strange tweet from former NFL player warns folks of either sour candy or gays
NFL Meets With Groups About Gay Inclusion
Results may not be seen for a while, but attendees are hopeful that more real change is coming soon to the NFL
Kerry Rhodes: 'I'm Not Gay'
The free agent tells TMZ "I'm not gay" after a website posts affectionate photos of him with a man.
Podcast: Esera Tuaolo on gay athletes in the NFL
Tuaolo offers his thoughts on what the NFL can be doing to ready for openly gay athletes
NFL finds no violations with gay Combine questions
The League announces no punishments will be handed out regarding allegedly asking draftees about being gay
Got A Gay Athlete Scoop? Put Up Or Shut Up
There is no value to dropping hints that anonymous pro athletes are about to come out.
