Football

Michael Sam (No. 9) and Brittney Griner (No. 31), two young athletes at the beginning of their careers, are the first professional athletes included in Out's Power 50.

Eby gave a moving coming-out speech to his Chapman University football team on March 18 that sent them into applause. One teammate called him his hero.

We talk about Wade Davis' presentation at the NFL, plus the fake story about NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon being gay.

Wide receiver Marcus Juhlin has won four straight national championships with the Carlsbad Crusaders.

Owners, coaches and general managers in the NFL applauded Wade Davis' presentation and dispelled the myth that they're all backward old men.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox said Wade Davis' talk about gay issues at the NFL annual meeting was the best he's ever seen.

The NFL made a conscious decision to highlight issues of homophobia and gay athletes in the NFL

The former Arizona Cardinal and St. Louis Ram, now a pastor, said he would have accepted a gay teammate on his team.

Gay former college offensive lineman Garrett Snoeyenbos had stints at Vanderbilt and Navy before leaving the sport where he felt he didn't belong.

Gay former NFL player Wade Davis addressed coaches and general managers Monday, will speak with owners on Tuesday. Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett said the presentation was "fantastic."

Michael Sam pulled up at the end of his first 40-yard dash, only to work through the hamstring tightness and finish off the day strong. He improved in every category.

Michael Sam thanks the people at the Univ. of Missouri for their undying support.

The former Patriots standout quarterback tells it like it is.

For those wanting to buy official gear of Michael Sam, hoping to become the NFL's first openly gay player, his website has unveiled a merchandise store. On sale are T-shirts ($22) or buttons (a pack of 10 for $25) with the "Stand With Sam" logo. The slogan was popularized when University of Missouri students formed […]

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Chris Culliver became the face of last year's Super Bowl media week when he said he would not want to play with an openly gay teammate. More than a year later, Culliver said he would welcome Michael Sam into the NFL. "I applaud Michael [Sam] and Jason [Collins] for their courage. […]

Renee from St. Louis would still support Michael Sam if the Chiefs drafted him - and despite him if he becomes a Raider.

Emory University study examined Twitter responses to the story in February. Missouri-area markets also ranked high for positivity.

The Washington Redskins quarterback would welcome a gay teammate but hope to lead him to Jesus.

Jack Burkman claims he will release his proposed bill with Congressional support.

The openly gay Missouri defensive end was subpar during drills but excelled with his character and his draft stock likely did not change much.