Liam Day argues that, in his on-air rant about Bill Belichick, Shannon Sharpe unwittingly summed up journalism’s rather sorry state.
We Don’t Talk: Jovan Belcher and Kasandra Perkins
December 4, 2012 By 9 Comments
Liam Day wonders if the tragedy in Kansas City was a part of society’s expectations that men be strong and silent.
The Battle For Gay Rights is a Wrestling Match Over Masculine Identity
September 8, 2012 By 16 Comments
Liam Day explains the political controversy behind Vikings punter Chris Kluwe’s viral rant, and urges gay athletes to break the stereotype that pits homosexuality against masculinity.
Vikings’ Chris Kluwe Kicks Serious Verbal Ass—And You Should Too
September 8, 2012 By 26 Comments
Joanna Schroeder gives a standing ovation to Vikings punter Chris Kluwe for his impassioned open letter about marriage equality, and insists that if we aren’t all doing the same, we’re participating in oppression.
Big Shots: When Pros Get Egos
July 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
JP Pelosi, a child of the Magic-Bird years, wonders where all the good sports role models have gone.
A Bloop Single Cost Me My Perfect Game, But I Redeemed Myself In My Book
July 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Our friends at Deadspin run a series called “Glory Days”, that features readers’ tales of momentary sports glory.
Dolph Pulliam and The Governor of Iowa: Two Good Men
March 25, 2012 By 2 Comments
Jamie Reidy comments on the story of Dolph Pulliam, the first African-American television broadcaster in Iowa.
Former ESPN Editor Apologizes for “Chink In The Armor” Headline, Says Wasn’t Meant to Be Racist
February 20, 2012 By 2 Comments
“I’m so sorry that I offended people. I’m so sorry if I offended Jeremy.”
Screw You, and Screw Your Man Card
September 29, 2011 By 17 Comments
Drew Magary has some words for Miller Lite.
Sports Matter: Rick Chandler
August 22, 2011 By 1 Comment
Rick Chandler talks to us about Deadspin, selling back range balls, and finding an elephant in your parking spot.
Sports Matter: Will Leitch
August 1, 2011 By 5 Comments
Will Leitch talks to us about founding Deadspin, keeping a safe distance from your favorite teams, and the Saint Louis Cardinals.
Sports Matter: Josh Levin
July 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Slate’s Josh Levin talks to us about Louisiana sports, over-hyped narratives, and urinating in troughs.
The First Annual NBA Mock Draft Mock Draft Lottery
June 23, 2011 By 1 Comment
Welcome to the draft of all drafts. No, seriously, that’s exactly what this is.
On #Abandonment, Be It of Yard or Blog
April 18, 2011 By 4 Comments
Why are FreeDarko and the “On the DL” podcast shutting up shop, while John Steigerwald still has a job?
ESPN.com Commenter Held on $1 Million Bail
What do you think should happen to commenters who make threats?