Kevin Maxen, an associate strength coach of the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars, came out publicly on Thursday. He's believed to be the first male coach in major US men's pro sports to do so.
A linebacker at Western Connecticut State University who earned first-team defense honors in Division III, Maxen has also held roles with Baylor and Vanderbilt as well as internships with the University of Iowa and Army.
He and his partner, Nick, have been together for two-and-a-half years. Maxen initially contacted former Raiders player Carl Nassib in February of 2022 after the. Nassib was the first active NFL player to do so at the time, and he connected Maxen with Outsports to eventually share his story. Some female assistant coaches in the NFL have come out in previous years, such as Katie Sowers in 2017 when she worked for theas an offensive assistant. Los Angeles Sparks head coach Curt Miller is an active out coach in the WNBA.
Maxen said his background in race, religion and sexual orientation helps him tackle issues related to diversity and continued understanding. “As a Black Jew who has dated both men and women, who has been a strength coach at the highest level of professional football, I’ve learned that how I look, what I believe in, and especially who I am physically or emotionally attracted to should not impact the way I or other people view my worth.Are you ready for some football?
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