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Reading Jeff Pearlman’s book “Boys Will Be Boys” is a depressing reminder of just how great the Dallas Cowboys of the 1990s were. Sure, some players had their problems–drugs, women, abuse, strip clubs, drinking, cockiness–but when it was Sunday each one of those guys had a mission that they accomplished three times in a decade.

For starters, he is fast. Linebacker Michael Morgan, who is replacing Brian Cushing at strong side linebacker this week as Cushing replaces Rey Maualuga (knee), ran the 100 and 200 meters and relays in high school. He said he ran a 4.4 40 in the spring.

The WBC Legends of Boxing Museum has opened its doors in the city of San Bernardino. Ken Norton Sr. was there for the big event. If his name is familiar, that’s because he’s the Former Heavyweight Champion who once hit Muhammed Ali so hard that he broke his jaw.

Part of the Greatest Players by Number Series Jersey #51 Eleven players have worn #51 for the Cowboys, including nine linebackers and two centers. Keith Adams, LB, Clemson, 2001-02 Statistics: Adams recorded 15 tackles with the Cowboys. Accolades: None. Longevity: He played less than two full seasons in Dallas.

There were over 200 film produced during the 1970s that could be called “blaxploitation,” ranging from the classic to the completely forgotten. But few have attained the level of infamy that Mandingo has. This is one of those films with a reputation that precedes it, conjuring up all sorts of lurid images.

ESPN.com’s Boxing site posted a terrific article today about the history, collectibility standards, and emotional pull of promotional Fight Posters entitled Fight Posters Still Getting it Done. Jabandgrapple.com immediately wondered a few things: 1) Where can I buy these historic timepieces?

Give the Fighter You Love An Autographed Ken Norton Boxing Glove May 16th, 2008 by Thom Douglas Boxing is an ancient sport that has endured through the ages.  The most stripped down, bare-knuckle form of competition, boxing is considered the ultimate form of endurance and athleticism by many athletes.