Michael Sam, the first openly gay NFL player has been cut from the Dallas Cowboys practice squad, according to the NFL Network. Sams was drafted by the Rams in the seventh round of the 2014 NFL Draft, making him the first openly gay player to reach the NFL, according to NFL.com.
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Tyler Campbell • Nov 2, 2014 at 11:25 pm
I definitely think Sam’s sexual preference is keeping him from being on an NFL team. As an avid follower of the NFL, and sports in general, I think Sam could be a strong addition to a struggling defense. Michael has proven to be a stud on that side of the ball. He won the SEC defensive player of the year in his time at Missouri. The SEC is known for its ferocious defense.