Carl Nassib Made History, but Also a Big Play

Last week Nassib, 28, became the first openly gay player to compete in an N.F.L. game. Teammates, the news media and observers casually noted the feat, then cheered his game-changing play.

Carl Nassib Is Seeking His Path as an Out Athlete

Nassib, the N.F.L. player who made history this week when he came out as gay, has long yearned to make a difference in the world.