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Jan 17, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Randy Moss on the ESPN Monday Night Countdown set before a NFC Wild Card playoff football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

ESPN Confirms Randy Moss’ Full Return Following Cancer Battle

ESPN says Randy Moss will return full-time to "Sunday NFL Countdown" in Week 1 after recovering from bile duct cancer.
Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice (27) runs the ball in the first half against the Denver Broncos during the AFC divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field.

19 NFL Players Who Fumbled Their Legacy

Sometimes it’s not how you start—it’s how you finish. And unfortunately, these NFL stars didn’t exactly stick the landing when it came to preserving their football legacies. Here are 19 NFL players who fumbled their legacy when it mattered most.
Oct 3, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Kent Bazemore (24) drives to the basket as he is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider (20) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

19 NBA Teams That Mistook a Role Player for a Star

They took a role player, gave him the bag, the spotlight, and the responsibility, and then acted shocked when it didn’t work out.
Fort Worth Cats designated hitter Jose Canseco (33) reacts to striking out in the bottom of the first inning of the game against the Edinburg Roadrunners at LaGrave Field in Fort Worth.

25 MLB Stars Who Were Loved by Fans & Hated By Everyone Else

Baseball fans are fiercely loyal to their favorite players—but that loyalty doesn’t always travel well. For every universally beloved slugger, there’s a hometown hero who rubbed rival fans (and sometimes teammates) the wrong way. These 25 MLB stars had the undying support of their fan bases while being...
Aug 30, 2007; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback (10) Brady Quinn passes the ball during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

18 Times NFL Teams Bought Into the Wrong ‘Next Big Thing’

Some NFL teams get caught chasing trends, hyping up the next star quarterback, flashy coach, or scheme that's supposedly going to change everything. But more often than not, these gambles don’t just miss—they implode spectacularly and leave the team scrambling to recover. Let’s count down the 18 times...
Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner (53) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Buffalo Sabres at Rogers Place.

20 NHL Stars That Teams Marketed Like Stars (But They Were Duds)

Hockey teams love a shiny new toy. Whether it’s a top draft pick, a hyped-up trade acquisition, or someone who had one good playoff run, front offices have a way of convincing fans they’ve landed the next big thing. Let’s look at 20 NHL players who were promoted like elite stars but flopped like a Zamboni...
Sacramento Kings guard Markelle Fultz (20) shoots the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.

20 NBA Lottery Picks Who Never Lived Up to the Headline

Every NBA Draft brings with it a wave of hope, hype, and headlines. Teams dream of snagging the next superstar, fans get emotionally attached to names they barely knew a week ago, and analysts start talking in “potential” like it’s currency. These 20 players never quite lived up to the promise that came...
Nov 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Kevin Knox II (24) dunks during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

15 “Franchise" NBA Players Who Weren’t Even Starter Material

These so-called franchise cornerstones often ended up glued to the bench, struggling to justify the expectations placed on them.
Apr 27, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (18) warms up before game four of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

19 NBA Stars Who Thought They Were Celebrities First

This list concerns those who wanted the Hollywood spotlight as much (if not more) as the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) drives against the Houston Rockets in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

19 NBA Stars Who Went From Beloved to Blasted

Whether it was bad behavior or overstaying their welcome, these players all found themselves on the wrong side of public opinion.

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