NFL Vets Support First active Gay Player, Carl Nassib

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Carl Nassib

Today marked a first for the NFL. The fact that it occurred during Pride month may be a happy coincidence for the LGBTQ+ community.

June 22, 2021

Raiders defensive lineman Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to come out as gay.

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He made it clear that he isn’t doing it for the attention, but he believes that representation is important.

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Warren Moon supported him

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“Really proud of Carl Nassib. The first active football player to ever do so.”