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Being Black and bisexual in America come with their own challenges, but for R.K. Russell, they’ve come with many blessings as well.

He also revealed how he “met an awesome guy” earlier this year that he’s now dating.

“I’m really happy that we got the win on the day that kind of made a little bit of history,” the modest star said after ripping through the rainbow barrier – and helping secure his team’s victory, too.

LGBTQ people have long become a part of football, and it’s in no small part to these trailblazers, just like the one that Nassib is becoming.

“It’s been good to not have to lie when I come in to work everyday,” he said ahead of his first season competing while out.

“The NFL stands by the LGBTQ+ community today and every day” they said in a simple yet unprecedented message.

Nassib will be the first NFL player to take the field after coming out.

The first woman and gay person to coach in a Super Bowl, Sowers said: “Retired from coaching in the NFL? Nah.”

Underwood was in the same draft class as Sam and could’ve came out right after he did. Instead, the NFL drove the future “Bachelor” star further in the closet.

“Trans kids deserve the same opportunity that made my NFL career possible.”

“If we want to spend our energy on this idea of fairness, I think we need to start with the real, documented problems that women face,” Katie Sowers said in a clear rebuke of recent anti-trans bills.

People are calling on announcer Kevin Harlan to apologize for sneering at the streaker’s pink unitard.

The current Fox Sports analyst seems to be making a pitch for a different Fox network with his idea.

And viewers may find LGBTQ entertainers star before and after the big game, too.

LGBTQ Nation interviewed the bisexual athlete about his year-long journey in hope of becoming the first player on a NFL football field while out.

Jackson Mahomes happily celebrated his brother’s Super Bowl victory season – others were focused on him, though.

There will be plenty of LGBTQ people for you to watch and cheer for during Super Bowl Sunday, including Demi Lovato and Lil’ Nas X.

New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson has deep ties to the Catholic Church, and a lawsuit alleges her team is assisting them in cleaning up their image after child abuse allegations.

The NFL’s first out coach is inching closer to competing for a championship, but she’s already gained our adoration.

He believes coming out in college hurt his chances of being picked up by a major league team.