Photos: College football standout Michael Sam says he is gay

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Photos: College football standout Michael Sam says he is gay

Missouri standout Michael Sam, an NFL prospect, says he is gay.

Missouri Tigers defensive lineman Michael Sam celebrates a big play against Florida on October 19, 2013.

Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam (52) returns a fumble for a touchdown against Georgia on October 12, 2013.

Missouri Tigers defensive lineman Michael Sam (52) puts pressure on Georgia quarterback Aaron Murray on October 12, 2013.

Missouri senior defensive lineman Michael Sam could become the first openly homosexual player in the NFL.

Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam, center, works through Vanderbilt linemen on October 5, 2013.

Michael Sam, a University of Missouri football player, prepares to speak to reporters regarding his announcement that he is gay.

Auburn Tigers running back Corey Grant (20) runs past Missouri's Michael Sam on Saturday, December 7, 2013.

Missouri's Michael Sam (52) sings the school song after Missouri defeated Indiana.

Sam speaks to reporters by phone. Sam is expected to be chosen in the early rounds of May's NFL draft.

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Missouri Tigers defensive lineman Michael Sam celebrates a big play against Florida on October 19, 2013.

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