Jake Simpson

Jake Simpson is a New York-based writer.

Why Carmelo Anthony's Move to the Knicks Is Good News For Everyone

Why Carmelo Anthony's Move to the Knicks Is Good News For Everyone

Even basketball fans who don't root for New York have reason to celebrate the star's arrival in the Big Apple More »

Super Bowl 2011: A Guide to (Maybe) the Best NFL Game Ever

Super Bowl 2011: A Guide to (Maybe) the Best NFL Game Ever

What to watch for when two of football's greatest franchises, the Steelers and the Packers, take the field on Sunday More »

In Defense of Jay Cutler

In Defense of Jay Cutler

Everyone is pointing fingers in the aftermath of Sunday's game, and the only innocent person in this situation is the Bears quarterback himself More »

NFL Playoffs: Your Guide to Championship Sunday

NFL Playoffs: Your Guide to Championship Sunday

What to expect when the Bears play the Packers and the Jets go up against the Steelers More »

NFL Playoffs: Your Guide to Division Title Weekend

NFL Playoffs: Your Guide to Division Title Weekend

See our picks for the four big games in what could go down in history as football's greatest quarterfinal round More »

BCS Games: Your Guide to the College Football Postseason

BCS Games: Your Guide to the College Football Postseason

Which games, players, and teams to watch in the weeks ahead More »

13 Sports Stories to Watch For in 2011

13 Sports Stories to Watch For in 2011

From the NBA/NFL lockout to the Phillies' pitching squad, a look at what's ahead in the new year More »

Why America Lost the World Cup Hosting Bid

Why America Lost the World Cup Hosting Bid

FIFA's decision to pass over the U.S. in favor of Qatar for the 2022 tournament is just the latest global sports disappointment for our country More »

How the Cam Newton Allegations Could Haunt College Football

How the Cam Newton Allegations Could Haunt College Football

The Heisman trophy frontrunner has been accused of bribery and cheating. Why sports commentators should take this more seriously. More »

Giants Win the World Series: 5 Thoughts on How It Happened

Giants Win the World Series: 5 Thoughts on How It Happened

Pitching matters, veterans can still be MVPs, hustle beats talent, and more lessons from this year's championship More »

Pennant Fever: An MLB League Championship Series Preview

Pennant Fever: An MLB League Championship Series Preview

The Yankees and Rangers play their first game tonight, while the Phillies and the Giants face off tomorrow night. Who's got the best chances? More »

Major League Baseball's Year of the Pitcher: Really?

Major League Baseball's Year of the Pitcher: Really?

After a season of no-hitters and low batting averages, some are proclaiming this a special time for the position. It's not. More »

Jets: 'Winning Is Everything' Works ... If They Win

Jets: 'Winning Is Everything' Works ... If They Win

The coach does not punish his players for their off-the-field brushes with the law. Why this strategy may backfire. More »

Will Concussions Kill Football?

Will Concussions Kill Football?

Head trauma can cause fatal problems in athletes, even at a very young age. Will the danger make parents stop letting their kids play? More »

NFL's New Overtime Rule: Making Football Fair Again

NFL's New Overtime Rule: Making Football Fair Again

The 2010-2011 season starts in a few weeks—a new regulation makes up for years of unfair playoff games More »

Can Phil Mickelson Keep Golf Alive?

Can Phil Mickelson Keep Golf Alive?

Every individual sport needs an alpha dog to make people tune in. Tiger was golf's. Can Mickelson take his place? More »

Alex Rodriguez Hit His 600th Home Run. Why No One Cares.

Alex Rodriguez Hit His 600th Home Run. Why No One Cares.

The Yankee reached a milestone only six others have achieved. But in the age of steroids, it doesn't seem to matter. More »

Beyond Chris Coghlan: Top 5 Sports Celebration Fails

Beyond Chris Coghlan: Top 5 Sports Celebration Fails

The Florida Marlins outfielder tried to throw a celebratory pie in his teammate's face—and ended up injuring himself. Four other similar examples. More »

Tiger Woods and Roger Federer Are Flailing. Don't Give Up on Golf and Tennis!

Tiger Woods and Roger Federer Are Flailing. Don't Give Up on Golf and Tennis!

Two giants are showing signs of mortality. Why you should still follow their sports. More »

The LeBron James Hour: 11 Final Thoughts

The LeBron James Hour: 11 Final Thoughts

Now that the superstar has made up his mind at last, an assessment of who won, who lost, and why we should never do this again More »

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