Has The World Of Sports Reached A New Low?

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Eli Kaplan wonders why it’s okay for some minorities to be picked on more than others.

Former ESPN Editor Apologizes for “Chink In The Armor” Headline, Says Wasn’t Meant to Be Racist

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“I’m so sorry that I offended people. I’m so sorry if I offended Jeremy.”

It’s Linsanity

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Matthew Salesses talks of Jeremy Lin and ESPN’s racist “Chink in the Armor” Headline.

Everything the NFL Doesn’t Want You to See

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You will never know anything about the NFL, Aaron Gordon writes, because you will never be able to watch.

A View Through a Cracked Lens

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Rick Belden watches an interview with Jon Ritchie, childhood friend of Jerry Sandusky, and knows only too well what Jon describes.

Has Sports Robbed Men of Their Souls?

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Tom Matlack looks at sports through the lens of books, manhood, entertainment, relationships, and intimacy.

The Buffalo Bills and the Depreciating Expectations of a Fan’s Masochism

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Buffalo Bills’ fans’ expectations and hopes are continuously and perpetually disappointed. But that doesn’t mean they stop hoping.

ESPN: Man’s Necessary Evil

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How much of a role does ESPN play in the sports scandals it frequently covers?

NFL Gossip Is More Valuable Than Violence

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Gossip makes the NFL. Where will it all go if we have no season?

Good Morning Links

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Good morning! Today is May 12, the first day of the Boston Celtics’ off season. Here are some links to other items of note.

The 10 at 10

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A 6-year-old brings a gun to school, Volkswagen wants men driving Beetles, and cussing will relieve your pain.

On-Court Redemption

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Look around the league. There’s evidence across the NBA that victory will, in fact, cleanse a tarnished soul.

Homeless Man Wins ESPN Fantasy Football Top Prize

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Sorry Ted, but we’ve got a new front-runner for “Best Homeless Success Story” of 2011.

Breaking Down ESPN’s Race and Sports Survey

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We’ve made strides, but the survey shows that there’s still a long way to go.

What Should Happen to Ron Franklin? (Updated)

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Listen to me, sweet baby, let me tell you something …

Are You Ready for Some Football?

While the NFL may have kicked-off lat night with the Saints marching to a 14-9 victory over the Vikings, Sunday isn’t for another two days.  We all know the season really doesn’t start until then, so here’s a bit of reading to get you ready for Week One. ESPN columnist (and fellow Holy Cross alum) Bill [...]