The Buffalo Bills are supporting the LGBTQ+ community in the sport of football by sponsoring a special league.

The Buffalo Bills have announced that they will be sponsoring the National Gay Flag Football League (NGFFL).

In doing so, the franchise hopes to write a new chapter in the sport of football in Buffalo.

The NGFFL is a non-profit sports organization that seeks to promote the positive social and athletic enjoyment of American flag football.

“We are thrilled to bring inclusive flag football to Buffalo with the support of the Buffalo Bills. This exciting new addition joins 27 other cities and over 4,000 players, including straight allies, in the National Gay Flag Football League,” said NGFFL Commissioner Joel Horton.

The Buffalo Bills join other NFL teams like the New York Giants, New England Patriots, New England Jets, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, Chicago Bears, Washington Commanders and Seattle Seahawks in working together to make the growing league more inclusive.

The goal is an inclusive Buffalo

“Our mission is to unite the community through the spirit of competition while celebrating our diversity. By fostering an environment where everyone is welcome, we aim to build a stronger, more inclusive Buffalo. Together, with the support of the Buffalo Bills, we are creating a space where all people can participate, compete and thrive,” Horton continued.

The NGFFL has been around since 2002, and the league continues to grow, especially in major US cities.

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“We are excited to partner with the NFL and other teams around the league to support the NGFFL,” said Michelle Roberts, Vice President of Community for the Buffalo Bills. “We look forward to growing the NGFFL’s impact in our community through our sponsorship. “