A unidentified bisexual NFL player has reportedly spoken with TMZ Sports, stating that comments made by Michael Sam that were directed at other gay NFL players were offensive to him.
Sam indicated last week that he was not the only gay player in the NFL.
The player, who did not wish to be identified by name, and has played for several seasons, then responded with his view on the topic.
As a bisexual man, I just feel like Michael Sam does not speak for all gay men. He has his own opinion … but DON’T say that we don’t have the courage to come out. It’s totally wrong. Just speak for yourself. No one else.
It’s no one’s business what my sexuality is. You should like me for me … not for who I choose to be with. I feel the NFL isn’t ready for people to be open about it. Or the General Managers for that matter.
Regardless of this player’s personal opinion of Sam, he indicated that he thought Sam received a fair chance to play in the NFL.
I just don’t think he performed well.
This likely won’t be the last we hear on this controversial subject. Sam probably rattled a few more cages when he put out his blanket statement. There are some to prescribe to the idea that Sam’s comments were nothing more than a ploy to garner attention. After all, it pretty much goes without saying that there are other gay players in the NFL—players that have every right not to make their sexual orientation public.
As for a continued career in the NFL, Sam’s performance at the Veteran Combine earlier this month is best summed up by this player’s closing comment.
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