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 ground-breaking 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 he hopes his story can lead others to accept who they are and go for their dreams.
OWN did not specify a premiere date for the series or how many episodes it will be.
North America’s top four pro sports leagues have never had an openly gay player.
