ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Homosexuality in American football

Okay kiddo, let me explain what homosexuality is and then we can talk about how it relates to American football. Homosexuality is when someone is attracted to people of the same gender as themselves. So a man who likes other men or a woman who likes other women is considered gay or lesbian.

Now let's talk about American football. It's a sport that many people enjoy watching and playing. But sometimes players, coaches or fans might say mean things or have negative feelings towards someone who is gay. This is not okay, because everyone should be treated with respect no matter who they love.

Fortunately, things are starting to change. Some football players have come out as gay or bisexual, meaning they are attracted to both men and women. When they do this, they are being very brave because they are sharing a personal part of themselves with the world. It's important for people who like football to recognize and celebrate diversity in all forms, including love and sexuality.

In the end, it doesn't matter who a person loves or what sport they play - what's most important is that they are treated with kindness, acceptance and love.