It was so good it evoked fireworks, something Tony Romo, apparently, never could do for her. Whose fault was the Colts fateful turnover Peyton Manning’s or Reggie Wayne’s?That’s a play Manning and Wayne have executed successfully...
Sports Stories Worth a Second Look
This site collects short takes on the moments that keep sports fans talking long after the final whistle. Some are about a single play, like a late-game turnover that sparks endless debate over who was really to blame. Others step back to look at careers, rivalries and the small decisions that shape a season. The common thread is curiosity: why did something happen, and what does it tell us about the people involved?
Take the question of blame on a broken play between a quarterback and a receiver. From the stands it often looks simple, but timing routes depend on both players reading the same coverage in a split second. A receiver may adjust his route expecting a certain throw while the quarterback reads the defence differently. Film study usually reveals more nuance than a highlight clip ever can, which is why veteran pairings who have run the same concept hundreds of times can still get it wrong under pressure.
Beyond football, the archive ranges widely. You can read about how Kareem Abdul-Jabbar viewed Magic Johnson's arrival in Los Angeles, consider the long odds facing a baseball player trying to earn another chance in the majors, or revisit the artistry of pairs figure skating. There is also room for television and pop culture, because the conversations fans have rarely stop at the stadium gates.
To explore everything in one place, head to the blog archive. If you have a story idea, a correction or simply want to share your view on a contested play, the contact page is the best way to get in touch.
