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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell promises to support LGBTQ+ players: 'We will have their back'

"Diversity makes us better and LGBTQ people continue to contribute to the success of the NFL," Commissioner Roger Goodell recently said.

Harrison Butker’s ‘inaccurate, ill-informed and woefully out of step' sexist speech is fact-checked by GLAAD

LGBTQ+ media advocacy group GLAAD issued a fact-check calling out some of the false and misleading things the ultra-conservative Kansas City Chiefs player said during a graduation ceremony.

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker goes on transphobic, sexist rant during graduation speech

The kicker spoke at Benedictine College and told women to stay in their place while calling LGBTQ+ people ‘deadly sins.’

Watch the 10 LGBTQ-inclusive Super Bowl ads everybody’s talking about

While this year saw more LGBTQ-inclusive ads than last year, much of the community was underrepresented in the year’s biggest advertising television event.

Can Taylor Swift bring the gays to the yard line?

The world's most famous woman and proud LGBTQ+ ally has brought a dose of estrogen to an institution dripping in toxic masculinity.

This Florida county spent $800k to show its support for LGBTQ+ people

Broward County’s $800,000 investment in a Rose Parade float was a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, challenging Florida’s current political climate.

Former NFL Star and Bi Icon RK Russell Finds His Groove

Football season is upon us, and Russell's new book talks about coming to terms with his sexuality as a Black bi athlete in the NFL.

Josh Cavallo Challenges FIFA to Accept LGBTQ+ Players and Fans

The professional soccer player is using his voice to fight for change.

First Transgender NFL Cheerleader Stands Proud in Face of Hateful Trolls

She wrote about her love for movement and expression and the trolls who would try to steal her joy.

Out NFL Player Carl Nassib Makes Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Final Roster

Nassib made history last year when he came out as gay in a post on his Instagram during Pride month.

Out NFL Player Carl Nassib Signs Contract With Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Nassib made history as the first active gay player in the NFL.

Carl Nassib Takes Leave After Coach Resigns Due to Homophobic Emails

The defensive lineman for the Raiders took a day's leave following the media storm around head coach Jon Gruden's anti-LGBTQ+ and racist messages to colleagues. 

NFL Coach Jon Gruden Resigns After Anti-LGBTQ+ Emails Surface

The Raiders happen to be the team of Carl Nassib, the first active NFL player to come out as gay. 

Univ. of Michigan Band Blares LGBTQ+ Support in Stunning Halftime Show

"This was the week for the LGBTQ+ community to feel seen and to feel valued and respected. And it was a really beautiful thing to see."

Carl Nassib Forces Fumble to Win First Game After Coming Out

The Raiders player forced a key turnover in overtime, and put to rest questions about gay athletes in professional sports in the process.

NFL's Carl Nassib Says a Weight Has Been Lifted Since Coming Out

"I was definitely surprised by the big reaction. It was incredible. I thought nobody would care."

Carl Nassib’s Jersey Is a Top-Seller Since He Came Out

The NFL's first-ever out active player has become the MVP of merch.

 

Super Bowl LIV's 'Rainbow Wave': 8 LGBTQ-Inclusive Commercials

Get ready for unprecedented LGBTQ representation in ads during football's biggest night.

TurboTax Brings the Super Bowl to the Ballroom in Trans-Inclusive Ad

Transgender actresses Isis King and Trace Lysette will show America that "all people are tax people."

One Million Moms Petitions to Ban Super Bowl Drag Queen Ad, 19000 Sign

The conservative group claims an ad for Sabra hummus promotes "an agenda of sexual confusion."