Tag: NFL
HRC Hails NY AG Schneiderman For Investigating NFL Policies After Discriminatory Incident
The Human Rights Campaign, America’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organisation today joined New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman in calling on the NFL to explain and address deeply disturbing reports that some prospective players are being asked inappropriate questions about their sexual orientation.
Eli Apple: Atlanta Falcons Coach Asked Me If I’m Gay During Meeting
An Atlanta Falcons coach asked former Ohio State cornerback Eli Apple whether he is gay during a meeting last week at the NFL scouting combine.
49ers make history with LGBTQ documentary
The 49ers made history Wednesday night. They became the first team NFL history to host a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning event.
NFL rather stand behind wife beater than equal rights – Houston keeps Super Bowl
The NFL won’t move Super Bowl LI from Houston after voters repealed the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance (HERO).
HRC Sends Letter to NFL Commissioner Following Repeal of Houston Equal Rights Ordinance
HRC President Chad Griffin calls for emergency meeting to discuss the future of nondiscrimination protections in the city.
ESPN Apologizes After Report on Gay NFL Player Michael Sam’s Locker Room Showering Habits
ESPN has apologized for a news report that covered the purported locker room showering habits of Michael Sam, the first openly gay player drafted by an NFL team.