Kevin Craft

Kevin Craft is a writer based in Arlington, Virginia. He writes regularly at Remember the Aughts.

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The Thing That Made <i>The Office</i> Great Is the Same Thing That Killed It

The Thing That Made The Office Great Is the Same Thing That Killed It

Its TV-as-catharsis approach to the monotony of office work was groundbreaking, but the show's premise wasn't built to last more than a few seasons. More »

In Praise of Nate Robinson, the NBA Playoffs' Surprising Scene-Stealer

In Praise of Nate Robinson, the NBA Playoffs' Surprising Scene-Stealer

The 5'9" Chicago Bulls point guard won't be the most valuable player in the NBA postseason, but thus far, he's its most entertaining. More »

The Enduring Lesson of Michigan's Fab Five: Winning Really Isn't Everything

The Enduring Lesson of Michigan's Fab Five: Winning Really Isn't Everything

When the revered starters from Michigan's 1992 and 1993 national runner-up teams showed up at this year's title game, they provided a timely reminder that championship wins aren't the only measure of greatness. More »

The One Tweak That Would Make March Madness More Exciting

The One Tweak That Would Make March Madness More Exciting

Bubble teams should have to prove themselves in play-in rounds, while small-conference champs should automatically make the NCAA Basketball Tournament. More »

The Moral of Super Bowl XLVII: Pay Attention to Special Teams

The Moral of Super Bowl XLVII: Pay Attention to Special Teams

Punters, kickers, and their colleagues carried the Ravens to a win. Why are they still often unsung? More »

The Shocking Rise (and Even More Shocking Fall) of the Redskins

The Shocking Rise (and Even More Shocking Fall) of the Redskins

Appreciating just how far RG3 has taken Washington this season means understanding just how bad the team had become. More »

The NBA Was Right to Fine the Spurs

The NBA Was Right to Fine the Spurs

Basketball is about more than just winning titles, and the regular season should be taken seriously. More »

NFL Coaches Should Stop Risking Players' Health in Blowout Victories

NFL Coaches Should Stop Risking Players' Health in Blowout Victories

There's no excuse for key first-stringers like Rob Gronkowski getting injured in garbage time. More »

There Are Decent Men on TV, If You Know Where to Look

There Are Decent Men on TV, If You Know Where to Look

Rather than bemoan the end of Andy Griffith era, people should take note of the positive portrayals of masculinity that exist today. More »

What Makes Denver the NFL's (Very Entertaining) Comeback Kings?

What Makes Denver the NFL's (Very Entertaining) Comeback Kings?

Even without Tim Tebow, the Denver Broncos still have a knack for staging incredible second-half comebacks. Why? More »

Ed Hochuli's Lesson for NFL Refs: Become Celebrities

Ed Hochuli's Lesson for NFL Refs: Become Celebrities

If more officials were household names, they'd have more bargaining power with the league. More »

Pop Culture Has Turned Against the Liberal Arts

Pop Culture Has Turned Against the Liberal Arts

Remember when action heroes could be archaeology professors? More »

Why Robert Griffin III Could Be the Next Peyton Manning

Why Robert Griffin III Could Be the Next Peyton Manning

Excellence on the field and suaveness off it could make the Redskin's quarterback the NFL's new superstar. More »

Enjoy Roger Federer's Graceful, Poetic Tennis Game While You Still Can

Enjoy Roger Federer's Graceful, Poetic Tennis Game While You Still Can

A trip to the U.S. Open this weekend serves as a reminder that athletic excellence is fragile. More »

Marathoning: The One Olympic Event You Could Compete In (for 4 Minutes)

Marathoning: The One Olympic Event You Could Compete In (for 4 Minutes)

Why long-distance running offers spectators a rare chance to experience what it's like to be an Olympian. More »

Enjoy the Awesome U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball Team While You Still Can

Enjoy the Awesome U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball Team While You Still Can

Changes are afoot that could alter the makeup of the squad—and its easy dominance over the competition. More »

Why Losing Wimbledon Hurts So Much

Why Losing Wimbledon Hurts So Much

Ask Andy Murray and Roger Federer: In tennis, the pain of defeat outweighs the thrill of victory. More »

Is It Time to Lose Faith in John Isner, America's Next Great Tennis Hope?

Is It Time to Lose Faith in John Isner, America's Next Great Tennis Hope?

The 27-year-old would-be phenom lost in the first round of Wimbledon, crushing fans who are looking for the next Andre Agassi. More »

LeBron James vs. Kevin Durant: Basketball's Next Great Rivalry?

LeBron James vs. Kevin Durant: Basketball's Next Great Rivalry?

The two stars could become today's Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. More »

Clay, Grass, Hard Court? For Tennis's Top Players, It Doesn't Matter Anymore

Clay, Grass, Hard Court? For Tennis's Top Players, It Doesn't Matter Anymore

If Novak Djokovic wins the French Open, he'll be the third athlete in four years to dominate on all court surfaces. More »

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