Tony Dungy Clarifies Michael Sam Remark

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Says he wasn’t being homophobic.

Published Jul. 22 2014 2:27PM EDT

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Former NFL coach Tony Dungy released a statement Tuesday clarifying why he would refuse to draft Michael Sam, the first openly gay player in the league.

Tony Dungy Clarifies Michael Sam Remark

Says he wasn’t being homophobic.

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