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Oprah’s network plans series on Michael Sam’s quest to earn spot as 1st openly gay NFL player
Original Publication Date: May 14, 2014 7:59AM
Publication Updated: January 8, 2025 11:13PM
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The Oprah Winfrey Network says it plans to produce a documentary series following the life of Michael Sam, the first openly gay player drafted by an NFL team.
The series will take an up-close look at the man recently drafted by the St. Louis Rams in a groundbreaking moment in professional sports. Cameras will follow the former University of Missouri football player as he works to earn a spot on the Rams while under a media microscope.
Sam says it would be great if his story can lead others to accept who they are and go for their dreams.
OWN did not specify a premiere date for the as-yet-untitled series or how many episodes it will be.
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