“Why does “token gay” come to mind. Let’s see if he can play football too.”
I’m sorry I didn’t answer your original question in my last reply.
I was thinking of the “token quarterbacks” in the league who can’t remember where they are (critical downs or time remaining) or how to execute the plays (in his lost playbook) when the offensive coach calls them. They could f*ck up a quarterback sneak and do it at the worst time.
In my mind he was drafted and billed as the “first gay player” drafted into the NFL. His football skills were pretty much ignored. To me that is a “token” player. Time will tell if he has the skills to survive in the NFL. I hope the NFL will not give any special treatment to him. BTW, he is not the first by any means.
Tom Landry and Vince Lombardi are spinning in their graves.
OK, everyone stay calm, I am now searching for my fireproof jock strap. I know have offended someone out there. :)
“In my mind he was drafted and billed as the “first gay player” drafted into the NFL. His football skills were pretty much ignored.”
I’m no football fan, but as I understand it he didn’t look good leading up to the draft. Now they have to let him play regardless because they would be labeled “anti-gay” if they bench or cut him.