Used to be one of my favorite writers, but he's been a complete hack for going on a good five years or so. And while his talent has waned, his ego has grown. I seriously can not get through one of his columns anymore.

In my opinion he should not be discussed as a sports columnist, as MOST of his columns are a social commentary. I would prefer he DID write on sports topics, and tone down his self promotion, and left wing ideology.

I like Rick Reilly. Occasionally he has some bombs, but his columns are usually pretty clever and well written. He is now what the Sports Guy will be in 10 years.