Tag Archives: Lawrence Taylor

I love Mike. (More about football injuries)

I’ll tell you how I came to love and appreciate Mike. But first, I’d better tell you what a Mike is. On the defense side of a football team, three of the linebackers are named Will (weak-side linebacker), Sam (strong-side … Continue reading

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On NFL Draft Day 1, a little memory

In 1992, I was up in Albany at what was then the New York Giants training camp, on SUNY’s campus. It was the second day of camp. Since I had a press pass, I was able to stand on the … Continue reading

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The small “g” god problem in America

Last week the country was devoted to worship and ritual. Which leaves me partly on the outs. The part that’s in is my capacity for deep sentiment. Inspiring orations, funereal or otherwise, can move me greatly, can cause me to … Continue reading

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