In 2017, Katie Sowers came out publicly on Outsports as a lesbian, the first openly gay coach in NFL history.
In the 2019 season, she became the first female and first out coach in the Super Bowl.
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While hosting the NFL Draft, the Tennessee Titans released a statement opposing discrimination against LGBTQ people.
By Cyd Zeigler | September 30, 2024
Fans think they're being clever making fun of Joe Burrow's blonde hair and pink shirt, but they are just promoting casual homophobia.
By Jim Buzinski | September 24, 2024
Esera Tuaolo has a rendition of the National Anthem that eclipses virtually every other one with power and tenderness.
By Cyd Zeigler | September 23, 2024
The Buffalo Bills are the latest NFL team to embrace a local gay flag football league, joining the Patriots, Giants, Rams and others.
By Cyd Zeigler | September 23, 2024
Then-Washington quarterback Kirk cousins says he would welcome an imperfect gay teammate but hopes to lead him to Jesus.
By Jim Buzinski | September 22, 2024
Allen wouldn't run the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, aka the Underwear Olympics.
By Jim Buzinski | September 22, 2024
San Jose State and Blaire Fleming will now won their 4th match by forfeit. What's next for SJSU as an NCAA full-blown crisis looms?
By Cyd Zeigler | October 2, 2024
New Mexico State football, and offensive coordinator Tyler Wright, can stay silent about his old tweets, or they can make amends.
By Cyd Zeigler | October 2, 2024
Despite ratings and attendance records, old tropes surrounding race and orientation still linger, and maybe grew, in 2024.
By Karleigh Webb | October 1, 2024
Dikembe Mutombo is being remembered by people like Jason Collins as a great competitor, humanitarian, comedian and friend.
By Cyd Zeigler | October 1, 2024
Kevin Pillar and Brad Ausmus' remembrances of Billy Bean provided insight into how he tried to establish connections with players.
By Ken Schultz | September 30, 2024
Three years after coming out, Adelaide United player Josh Cavallo looks good ahead of the 2024/25 A-League season in Australia.
By Jon Holmes | September 30, 2024
The NCAA and Mountain West Conference should be speaking out about the volleyball forfeit by Boise State and trans inclusion.
By Karleigh Webb | September 30, 2024
Is it conceivable that, of 4,592 active athletes in major US men's pro sports, there are no gay or bi players? The answer is obvious.
By Cyd Zeigler | September 30, 2024
Luke Prokop has earned a bit of a 'promotion,' being assigned to the Milwaukee Admirals in the AHL, one level below the NHL.
By Cyd Zeigler | September 30, 2024
Legendary Alabama football coach Nic Saban would not expect any issues if a gay player came out. The same should be true today.
By Jim Buzinski | September 28, 2024
Jason Joshua makes his 'EFFY's Big Gay Brunch UK' debut this weekend. He considers his entire pro wrestling journey 'bonus time.'
By Brian C. Bell | September 28, 2024
Pat McAfee used the excuse of ESPN hosting College GameDay in South Carolina to proclaim his love for the 'Cocks.' Welcome to 9th grade.
By Ken Schultz | September 27, 2024
