Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe is an advocate for gay rights . He has been a vocal supporter of the NFL and its players in recent years. Professional athletes , on the whole , are n't as outspoken as Kluwe when it comes to gay marriage and other hot-button issues . Outspoken sports stars like Kluwe , Muhammad Ali and Jackie Robinson are rare . Kluwe : `` It should n't be news when someone speaks out for equality ''
Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe is an advocate for gay rights . He has been a vocal supporter of the NFL and its players in recent years. Outspoken sports stars like Kluwe , Muhammad Ali and Jackie Robinson are rare . Kluwe : `` It should n't be news when someone speaks out for equality ''