About that Kiss........WTF ?

that's a career ender......

(CNN) -- Not long after Michael Sam became the first openly gay player drafted to the NFL, some made clear his reaction was not welcome.

Shortly after learning of his selection by phone, a visibly emotional Sam turned to his boyfriend and kissed him

http://www.cnn.com/2014/05/12/us/michael-sam-nfl-kiss-reaction/index.html?hpt=hp_t1


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  • JimmyV
    JimmyV Boston's MetroWest Posts: 19,598
    Do you think the team drafting him didn't know he kissed his boyfriend? They drafted an openly gay player.
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  • JimmyV
    JimmyV Boston's MetroWest Posts: 19,598
    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.
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  • callen
    callen Posts: 6,388
    Being gay will be a non-issue in 10 years.
    10-18-2000 Houston, 04-06-2003 Houston, 6-25-2003 Toronto, 10-8-2004 Kissimmee, 9-4-2005 Calgary, 12-3-05 Sao Paulo, 7-2-2006 Denver, 7-22-06 Gorge, 7-23-2006 Gorge, 9-13-2006 Bern, 6-22-2008 DC, 6-24-2008 MSG, 6-25-2008 MSG
  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    Being gay IS a non-issue now, at least for most.

    And speaking of most, I think anyone receiving great news would kiss their loved one.

    The fact that this is a "story" is ridiculous.
  • elvistheking44
    elvistheking44 Posts: 4,540
    callen said:

    Being gay will be a non-issue in 10 years.

    Its only an issue today if you are against it. I could care less if youre straight or gay. You now how many times I think about someone being gay per day....0. People who rally against gays and gay marriage will always have an issue with it. 10 years or 1000 years the issue will remain. I applaud Michael Sam for attempting to live the way he wants and who he is and not shying away. As for the NFL and its players, clearly some are not ready for this.
  • JimmyV
    JimmyV Boston's MetroWest Posts: 19,598
    This month gay marriage will have been legal for ten years here in Massachusetts. Life has gone on unabated.

    Ten years from now we won't even blink when learning an athlete is gay.
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  • callen
    callen Posts: 6,388
    hedonist said:

    Being gay IS a non-issue now, at least for most.

    And speaking of most, I think anyone receiving great news would kiss their loved one.

    The fact that this is a "story" is ridiculous.

    Agree and it'll be a bit longer for those uncomfortable about seeing men kiss. And to be honest watched "I Love you Phillip Morris" this weekend and took a bit getting used to seeing Jim Carey and Ewan McGregor kiss. And I'm for equal rights and know it's not a choice. We'll all get used to it just take few more PDA's for some.

    For those that where concerned by this, does it bother you seeing two attractive women kissing?
    10-18-2000 Houston, 04-06-2003 Houston, 6-25-2003 Toronto, 10-8-2004 Kissimmee, 9-4-2005 Calgary, 12-3-05 Sao Paulo, 7-2-2006 Denver, 7-22-06 Gorge, 7-23-2006 Gorge, 9-13-2006 Bern, 6-22-2008 DC, 6-24-2008 MSG, 6-25-2008 MSG
  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,025
    The idiot shows his colors, once again.
  • Godfather.
    Godfather. Posts: 12,504
    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

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  • Godfather.
    Godfather. Posts: 12,504

    The idiot shows his colors, once again.

    speak of the devil.....

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  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,025

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    No
  • callen
    callen Posts: 6,388

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    Don't think this will affect attendance one bit. Either way.
    10-18-2000 Houston, 04-06-2003 Houston, 6-25-2003 Toronto, 10-8-2004 Kissimmee, 9-4-2005 Calgary, 12-3-05 Sao Paulo, 7-2-2006 Denver, 7-22-06 Gorge, 7-23-2006 Gorge, 9-13-2006 Bern, 6-22-2008 DC, 6-24-2008 MSG, 6-25-2008 MSG
  • Godfather.
    Godfather. Posts: 12,504

    The idiot shows his colors, once again.

    speak of the devil.....does this topic make feel uncomfortable ?

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  • callen
    callen Posts: 6,388

    The idiot shows his colors, once again.

    Come on Cliff no need to get personal.
    10-18-2000 Houston, 04-06-2003 Houston, 6-25-2003 Toronto, 10-8-2004 Kissimmee, 9-4-2005 Calgary, 12-3-05 Sao Paulo, 7-2-2006 Denver, 7-22-06 Gorge, 7-23-2006 Gorge, 9-13-2006 Bern, 6-22-2008 DC, 6-24-2008 MSG, 6-25-2008 MSG
  • Godfather.
    Godfather. Posts: 12,504
    callen said:

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    Don't think this will affect attendance one bit. Either way.
    I don't know for sure but I think as a team owner they/he are already thinking of ways to deal with the issue if it does not blow over quick.

    Godfather.

  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,025

    callen said:

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    Don't think this will affect attendance one bit. Either way.
    I don't know for sure but I think as a team owner they/he are already thinking of ways to deal with the issue if it does not blow over quick.

    Godfather.

    What is the issue?
  • callen
    callen Posts: 6,388

    callen said:

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    Don't think this will affect attendance one bit. Either way.
    I don't know for sure but I think as a team owner they/he are already thinking of ways to deal with the issue if it does not blow over quick.

    Godfather.

    We get used to/over things pretty quickly. Will be big deal for first few games, maybe later in season a player may say something but it'll become a non issue. Hope other players come out.
    10-18-2000 Houston, 04-06-2003 Houston, 6-25-2003 Toronto, 10-8-2004 Kissimmee, 9-4-2005 Calgary, 12-3-05 Sao Paulo, 7-2-2006 Denver, 7-22-06 Gorge, 7-23-2006 Gorge, 9-13-2006 Bern, 6-22-2008 DC, 6-24-2008 MSG, 6-25-2008 MSG
  • callen said:

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    Don't think this will affect attendance one bit. Either way.
    I don't know for sure but I think as a team owner they/he are already thinking of ways to deal with the issue if it does not blow over quick.

    Godfather.

    What is the issue?
    The issue is the Miami Dolphins have been mired in controversy since last season. Now they have another one. Their players are idiots who (1) possess poor character attributes... and (2) do not know how to hide their poor character attributes by staying off social media and exposing themselves.
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  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,295
    I don't know if it is a non-issue with most of the players. I'm sure every agent is calling their clients and begging them not to say or tweet anything stupid. I think we shall see lots of fines in the next year if he makes the cut.
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  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,025

    callen said:

    JimmyV said:

    Or are you talking about the reaction on Twitter? Because, yes, that is not going to help the Miami player's career.

    yes, all the media attention will create debate and that might worry the owners for possible lost tickets sales.

    Godfather.

    Don't think this will affect attendance one bit. Either way.
    I don't know for sure but I think as a team owner they/he are already thinking of ways to deal with the issue if it does not blow over quick.

    Godfather.

    What is the issue?
    The issue is the Miami Dolphins have been mired in controversy since last season. Now they have another one. Their players are idiots who (1) possess poor character attributes... and (2) do not know how to hide their poor character attributes by staying off social media and exposing themselves.
    Pretty sure GF is referring to the Rams when he is talking about issues