Too many great players couldn’t force themselves to walk away from the game, continuing to play long after it was clear that there was nothing left in the tank. My top-five.
Month: July 2008
The Trouble With Sports Journalism
Veteran sportswriter Pat Jordan describes how the relationship between athletes and journalists has changed.
When Bill Gates Reviews Your Software Spec
A former Microsoft programmer talks about what it’s like to have Bill Gates sit it on your code review.
Red Grange’s Notebook
One of the great things about doing football research is the treasure trove of source materials available from coaches and players.
Goodell Calls Rookie Salaries “Ridiculous”
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell acknowledged that it is “ridiculous” to reward untested rookies with lucrative contracts, and wants the issue addressed in contract talks.