OPINION: The NFL's first openly gay player quietly stunned the sports world, according to sportswriter Britni de la Cretaz

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Jun 22, 2021 OPINION: The NFL's first openly gay player quietly stunned the sports world, according to sportswriter Britni de la Cretaz Carl Nassib's nonchalant coming out made it clear that he doesn't want his sexual identity to be a big deal — even though it is a huge milestone, sportswriter Britni de la Cretaz notes for NBC News THINK. The NFL's first openly gay player on an active roster could represent a key turning point for the locker room culture of men's sports. But only if the NFL and the Raiders give him the support he deserves, de la Cretaz writes. Read More Get the NBC News Mobile App Follow NBC News Check out all of NBCNEWS Newsletters here. Update Preferences | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy Update Preferences Unsubscribe Contact Privacy