Have you ever been listening to sports talk radio or reading an article about your favorite team, athlete, or sport and found yourself asking, “Why isn’t anyone talking about this?” You wait for someone to bring up the question that’s been on your mind—but they never do.
That’s why I created Thinking About Sports.
Like many sports fans, I enjoy watching and playing a variety of sports. I have my favorite teams and athletes, but I’m not the kind of fan whose mood depends on whether they win or lose. Instead, I’m fascinated by what happens behind the scenes. How are teams built? Why do general managers make certain decisions? What role do coaches play in shaping a roster? Which choices lead to success, and which ones leave fans wondering what might have been?
I’ve discovered that I’m often more interested in the questions than the headlines.
Sports talk shows, podcasts, and articles do a great job covering the big stories, but they don’t always explore every angle. Sometimes there’s another question waiting to be asked—one that never seems to make it into the conversation.
For example, as a fan of both the Minnesota Vikings and the Denver Broncos, I enjoy listening to the debate surrounding quarterback competitions, roster moves, and coaching decisions. During the Vikings’ quarterback competition entering the 2026 season, most analysts focused on two quarterbacks. I couldn’t help but wonder why the third quarterback wasn’t getting any serious discussion. Whether I’m right or wrong isn’t the point. The point is that I wanted the question explored.
Golf provides another example. Should professional golfers use a different golf ball than recreational players? The debate touches everything from tradition and course design to technology and the future of the game. It’s a fascinating discussion, yet there are still questions that often go unasked.
Those are the kinds of conversations you’ll find here.
This site isn’t about breaking news or delivering hot takes. It’s about slowing down, looking beyond the headlines, and asking thoughtful questions about the games we love. Sometimes I’ll have an opinion. Other times, I’ll simply present the evidence and invite you to think about it with me.
You’ll find articles about the NFL, golf, the LPGA, college athletics, the Olympics, sports business, and just about any sports topic that captures my curiosity. If a story makes me stop and think, there’s a good chance you’ll see it here.
My hope is that each article leaves you with something to consider—even if you don’t agree with my conclusion. If a post makes you think, challenges an assumption, or inspires you to ask a question of your own, then Thinking About Sports has accomplished exactly what I hoped it would.
After all, that’s what this site is about.
I’m just thinking about sports.