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{INSERTKEYS}[34] He became the first openly gay player in an NFL playoff game on January 15, [35][36] In the offseason, he was released by the Raiders on March 17, [37]. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience.

The jersey is from the Raiders' season opener against the Baltimore Ravens. Carl Nassib became the first openly gay active NFL player in A few years later, his historic announcement is being immortalized in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.

Related Content. We want to make sure this gets remembered. Take a look at what Tennessee Titans players and coaches had to say ahead of Sunday's matchup. I really didn't do much for it. [33] He played in 13 games during the season with 21 tackles and sacks.

I really appreciate the Smithsonian for saying, 'Hey, this is an important story. Former edge rusher Carl Nassib came out as gay in the offseason and he became the first openly gay athlete on an active NFL roster. Geno Smith, Ashton Jeanty and Devin White give their outlook on how they prioritize their mental health.

Levi Edwards Digital Team Reporter. Grammy nominated singer Aloe Blacc will perform during the halftime ceremony while retired Navy officer Generald Wilson will perform the National Anthem pregame. I was gifted these opportunities. I earned my spot as a football player, but I was gifted all these opportunities.

And a big shout out to the museum for having that representation. In that appearance, he became the first openly gay player in NFL history to play in a game. In action as the first openly gay player to appear in a regular season game, Nassib secured a strip sack on two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson that ultimately led to a walkoff touchdown that gave the Raiders the overtime win.

Latest Content. Take a look at the Raiders' injury report as the team prepares to face the Tennessee Titans. The edge rusher retired after the season, having played seven seasons in the NFL. In his two-year stint with the Las Vegas Raiders, he totaled 33 solo tackles, five pass deflections, one interception and four sacks.

The Las Vegas Raiders are releasing Carl Nassib, the defensive end who made history last year as the first openly gay active player in NFL history. {/INSERTKEYS}

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Carl Nassib 39 s : Carl Nassib broke barriers in becoming the NFL's first openly gay player

View All. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Head Coach Pete Carroll addresses the media. Carl Nassib's historic game-worn jersey is now being displayed at the smithsonian 's National Museum of American History. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge v80 and laterFirefox and Safari.

On "The Pivot Podcast" last month, Nassib revealed the Smithsonian reached out to him last year about acquiring a particular game-worn jersey for display. Take a look at who the experts are picking to win Sunday's game.