NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has expressed strong support for LGBTQ athletes, emphasizing inclusivity and backing any member of the NFL family who chooses to come out. Goodell collaborated with Carl Nassib and The Trevor Project on a 'Football is for everyone' campaign post Nassib's public coming out in 2021. The NFL has actively embraced LGBTQ+ community members like assistant coach Kevin Maxen and has partnered with LGBTQ organizations for outreach. Goodell's personal connections to the LGBTQ community, like having a gay brother, have influenced the league's efforts towards inclusivity, setting a positive example for other sports leagues in America.