According to Keith Olbermann, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy is now officially the "world's worst person," and many of Dungy's online critics apparently agree.

Dungy, one of the most beloved and respected coaches in the NFL, said in an interview with The Tampa Tribune published Sunday that he would not have drafted Michael Sam, the first openly gay player in the NFL. "Not because I don't believe Michael Sam should have a chance to play,” said Dungy, “but I wouldn't want to deal with all of it,” adding, “It’s not going to be totally smooth … things will happen.’’

The comments have caused a firestorm online and on the airwaves, with many former fans of Dungy blasting his remarks as “Jim Crow-era awful,” ignorant, and cowardly, several networks condemning the comments, and Olbermann deeming him the “world’s worst person.” 

In his criticism of Dungy Monday, Olbermann questioned the former coach's sincerity by pointing out that he was once awarded a traditional marriage advocacy award, and called him a hypocrite for vouching for Michael Vick and being someone who would have been passed over decades ago for similar bias against African-Americans. 

“Tony Dungy just admitted that Tony Dungy wouldn’t be a skilled enough coach to deal with the distraction of doing the right thing,” concluded Olbermann. 

Slate also piled on Dungy’s “late-breaking homophobia,” accusing him of contradicting his comments during the combine that all that mattered was Sam’s ability on the field.

Sam was drafted in the seventh round by the St. Louis Rams after a successful run at Missouri but mediocre scores from the NFL combine and scouts. His jersey is now the sixth bestselling jersey in the league.

Dungy has long been a supporter of traditional marriage, something for which he has been criticized in the past. Dungy, on vacation, has yet to respond to the backlash.  

Video via SB Nation. Olbermann's comments begin around the 2' mark.

Update note: This article has been expanded.