Michael Sam got an extended look at defensive end in the St. Louis Rams' preseason opener. Coach Jeff Fisher said that's where the first openly gay player drafted in the NFL will have his best shot at making the team. He plays defensive end with his hand down,'' Fisher said after a 26-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Friday night. It's rare to find a defensive end playing special teams in the NFL.'' Sam said his introduction to the NFL was ''awesome,'' recalling thinking during the national anthem, ''Wow, this is the big stage.'' But not too big. More...