Tyler Huntley has quietly emerged as one of the NFL’s most vaunted backups. The Dolphins hurler is entering his fifth year in the league after going undrafted out of Utah in 2020. He’s started games for one franchise during that spell and very well could get a second bite at the apple with Miami after […]
Why is Steve McMichael called 'Mongo?' Explaining Bears Hall of Famer's nickname that he took into wrestling career
Steve McMichael now can be called the latest Pro Football Hall of Fame player from the vaunted Bears Super Bowl-winning defense of 1985, but for many, he will always simply be known as “Mongo.” McMichael joins former Chicago front-seven teammates Mike Singletary, Richard Dent, and Dan Hampton in Canton. He is also attached to the […]
What is Kristaps Porzingis' nickname? How Kevin Durant coined Celtics star center's 'Unicorn' moniker
The Celtics received a boost in Game 1 of the NBA Finals when star center Kristaps Porzingis returned to the lineup. Porzingis had been sidelined since Game 4 of the first round after suffering a soleus (calf) strain. He remained patient in his rehab, missing all of the East Semifinals against the Cavaliers and Eastern […]
Corey Perry nickname, explained: Why longtime NHL heel is called 'The Worm'
Corey Perry has worn a lot of hats during his NHL career. Father Time has caught up to the Oilers winger, whose days of amassing 30, 40 and 50-goal campaigns are a thing of the past. He still is a productive player, however, finding a home on the bottom six for three Stanley Cup finalists […]
What is a Celtic? Explaining the origin of Boston's nickname, NBA mascot history
The Celtics are synonymous with basketball. No NBA team has won more championships. No NBA team has won more individual games. And no NBA team has played more games. Boston’s basketball history is rich, and to many, the word, “Celtics,” just means basketball. But while the Celtics and their name have been a part of […]