Coy Wire : In battle for equality in sports , Gary Pinkel is a difference-maker . He says by coming out , the Missouri Tigers prospect accelerated acceptance of the 2013 season in sports . He was a star player with the first -ranked NFL and says his team stood behind him . Wire : The time has come for this ; ignorance can be overcome .
Coy Wire : In battle for equality in sports , Michael Sam is a difference-maker . He says by coming out , the NFL prospect accelerated acceptance of gays in sports . He was a star player with the fifth-ranked Missouri Tigers and says his team stood behind him . Wire : The time has come for this ; ignorance can be overcome .