David Tyree has been named the New York Giants Director of Players Management. Many people and groups are criticizing this decision because Tyree has voiced his displeasure with the homosexual community in the past.
Michael Sam has been in the spotlight even before the 2014 NFL Draft after openly coming out as gay, with some detractors calling him "overrated." But was Sam an undeserving target of such criticism?
The Miami Dolphins safety Don Jones was fined by the organization and has been suspended from team activities after he posted tweets about Michael Sam, the first openly gay player to be drafted in the NFL.
The long journey continues for Michael Sam, though it continues on the right path. After days of anticipation, the NFL has made history, and Sam celebrated with family and friends.
