It already has, a long time ago and quite a number of instances, but the earlier gays weren't as attention seeking and kept quiet, at least publicly. Now this Michael Sam comes along and chooses to "come out" to the New York Slimes, where he knew he'd get hugs and kisses.
The lefty sports media, even the lefty news media, are turning cartwheels over this guy and his "courage," making this the lead story in all of sports, even as the Olympics are in progress. Expect ludicrous comparisons on the left of Michael Sam to Jackie Robinson.
And today, Michelle Obama tweeted Michael Sam with a note of praise and Jay Carney at the White House press briefing exulted about him.