By the Numbers

Breaking Down the Historic 1996 NBA Draft

Is the 1996 NBA draft the greatest NBA draft class of all time?

Top Athlete-Producing High Schools for Every State

Can your high school’s alumni list compare with the athletes from these high schools?

Stadium Talk’s Preseason Top 25 High School Football Rankings

These are the best high school football teams in America to start the 2022 season.

Greatest College Baseball Coaches of All Time

They have defined the game at the NCAA Division I level with wins and College World Series championships.

Highest-Paid NFL Players in 2022

The top NFL players in 2022 are making tens of millions of dollars for a single football season.

Cyclists With the Most Tour de France Wins

There's no greater accomplishment in the world of cycling than winning a Tour de France championship.

Best High School Football Player in Every State for 2022

These are the best high school football players in all 50 states and the District of Columbia heading into the 2022 season.

Breaking Down Former WWE Boss Vince McMahon's Huge Net Worth

Vince McMahon turned his father's small regional pro wrestling outfit into a worldwide juggernaut and accumulated a staggering net worth in the process.

Most Touchdown in Michigan High School Football History

These players scored the most touchdowns more than any others in Michigan's storied prep football history.

Most Wimbledon Singles Titles of All Time

These are the greatest Wimbledon champions in the history of the All England Club.

Most All-NBA Team Selections of All Time

The Lakers' Jerry West tries to take the ball down the court but finds himself closely pressed by Boston's Emmette Bryant in the first period of the opening game of he NBA championship playoff in Los Angeles, April 23, 1969. That's the Lakers' Wilt Chamberlain in background. (AP Photo/Harold P. Matosian)

Making an All-NBA Team has been a certification of a player's greatness since 1946.

Most Touchdowns in Ohio High School Football History

These are the greatest touchdown scorers in Ohio high school football history.

Greatest NCAA Softball Teams of All Time

College softball teams don't get any better than this.

Wilt Chamberlain's Stats Don't Seem Real Today

These Wilt Chamberlain stats show how many NBA records this basketball great set that will likely never be broken.

Best High School Quarterback Recruits of the Last Decade

Are the five-star quarterbacks really worth all the hype?

Biggest Long Shot Winners in Triple Crown Horse Racing History

Rich Strike is not the first horse to shock the world in a big race.

25 Tallest NBA Players to Ever Play Basketball, Ranked

Being tall doesn't guarantee you're going to make it in the NBA.

30 Biggest, Heaviest Sumo Wrestlers of All Time

Sumo Grand Champion Akebono performs a Dohyoiri or ring-entering ceremony during the opening ceremony of the XVIII Winter Olympics at the Minami Nagano Sports Park in Nagano Saturday, Feb. 7, 1998. (AP Photol/Eric Draper)

The biggest sumo wrestlers, or rikishi, weigh over 500 pounds and eat about 7,000 calories every day while they're training.

LeBron James Net Worth Means He's a Billionaire Baller

LeBron James surpassed $1 billion in career earnings in 2021.

Lamar Jackson's Age Gives Him a Very Real Shot at Canton

It's incredible what the Baltimore Ravens' quarterback already has accomplished in his NFL career.

35 Most Valuable Baseball Rookie Cards of All Time, Ranked

The most valuable baseball rookie cards include some of the game's biggest names in history and are worth millions.

Top La Liga Scorers of All Time

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo from Portugal celebrates after scoring against Hercules during their Spanish League soccer match at the Rico Perez stadium in Alicante, on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010. (AP Photo/Alberto Saiz)

They are some of the greatest soccer players who ever lived.

What Really Happened to the Hartford Whalers?

The Hartford Whalers haven't played an NHL game since 1997. And they're more popular than ever.

Shortest NFL Quarterbacks of All Time

Minnesota quarterback Fran Tarkenton scrambles as Pittsburgh Steelers tackle "Mean" Joe Greene is in pursuit during Super Bowl game in Tulane Stadium in New Orleans, Jan. 12, 1975. Greene led the Steelers defense as team defeated Minnesota, 16-6. (AP Photo/Charles Kelly)

In the history of the NFL, undersized and shorter quarterbacks have been few and far between, but those that make it to the top are some of the most memorable of all time.

27 Greatest NHL Starting Goalies to Ever Play Hockey

The greatest starting goalies in NHL history had toughness and talent on the ice that was unrivaled in professional hockey.

Longest Careers in MLB History

Texas Ranger veteran Nolan Ryan bites down as he fires one of his 35 pitches to the plate on Tuesday night, July 12, 1989 en route to an American League win in the 60th All-Star Game from Anaheim Stadium. The 42-year-old fastballer became the oldest pitcher to win an All-Star game as the AL took their second consecutive All-Star win, 5-3. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

These MLB players excelled for decades and became legends.

Fascinating Skateboarding Stats We Never Knew

The amount of air people catch is insane.

Most Expensive Classic Sneakers Are Still Popular

People pay a pretty penny for these shoes.

Most College Basketball National Championships

FILE - In this April 7, 1992, file photo, Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski and his team celebrate after defeating Michigan 71-51 in the NCAA Final Four Championship game in Minneapolis. His national championships came in 1991, 1992, 2001, 2010 and now 2015. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)

These schools have won more basketball national titles than anyone.

Fastest Iditarod Sled Dog Race Winners of All Time

They tested the human spirit and became legends.

Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games by the Numbers

The Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games brought together athletes from all over the world to compete in winter sports on a global stage.

Rams Quarterback Matthew Stafford Is One of a Kind

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) looks to pass while being chased by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) during the NFL NFC Championship game, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 in Inglewood, Calif. The Rams defeated the 49ers 20-17. (AP Photo/Doug Benc)

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is one of the toughest players in NFL history, and now the rest of the world knows it.

Joe Burrow Is Taking Over the NFL

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow throws to Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of the NFL AFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo.. (AP Photos/Reed Hoffmann)

The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback is just getting started.

Fastest Downhill Skiers of All Time

The fastest downhill skiers of all time have captured our imaginations as some of the most daring athletes we've ever seen.

Biggest College Basketball Stadiums

They should be on the bucket list of any real hoops fan.

Greatest High School Basketball Coaches of All Time

They have the most wins in high school basketball history.

Fastest Pitchers in Baseball History

They could throw the ball over 100 miles per hour. With ease.

Greatest NBA Small Forwards of All Time

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) dunks against New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes (10) in the second half an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)

The best at the position defined the game with their versatility.

Best Small-Town High School Basketball Teams

All 50 states have one.

Highest-Paid NFL Head Coaches Today

NFL head coaches have some of the largest salaries in pro sports.

Biggest High School Football Stadiums

These are not your average high school football stadiums.

These Jim Thorpe Stats Are Still Unreal

Jim Thorpe was a champion among champions.

50 Greatest NBA Power Forwards of All Time

They defined greatness and made the NBA what it is today.

Greatest NBA Sixth Men of All Time

Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams, right, drives by Atlanta Hawks guard Kent Bazemore during the second half of a basketball game, Monday, Jan. 8, 2018, in Los Angeles. The Clippers won 108-107. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

They did more than just provide a boost off the bench.

Most Underrated College Football Players of All Time

Their names and accomplishments should not be lost to history.

Most Receiving Yards in College Football History

They were a quarterback's best friend.

Greatest Pro Sports Teams That No Longer Exist

Not all franchises are built to last.

All-Time Best Athletes Who Never Won a Title

Some of the all-time greats went ringless.

Biggest College Football Stadiums of All Time

They hold the history of the game within their walls.

Every State's Top High School Track and Field Team

They have won more state championships than any other school.

Most Underrated Coaches in NFL History

They weren't elite, but these head guys were consistent.

Worst NFL Teams in Modern History

Minnesota Vikings' quarterback Archie Manning (4) sits dejectedly on the bench after being injured during game with the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park, Dec. 8, 1984. The Vikings lost 51-7. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)

These are the worst of the worst since the league started playing 16 games in 1978.

Best Gifts for Tennis Players Who Are Any Level

These are the perfect gifts for the tennis player in your life.

Best High School Football Player in Every State for 2021

These are the best high school football players in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Who's the Real Titletown?

A crowd of over 10,000 gather at Point State Park in Pittsburgh, Feb. 2, 1980 as the people of the city Pittsburgh officially welcome home the Steelers. The Steelers became the first team to win four Super Bowl trophies when they beat the Los Angeles Rams on Jan. 20 at the Rose Bowl. (AP Photo/R. C. Greenawalt)

Their teams have won the most championships.

Youngest Pro Athletes in American History

They were cashing checks before they got a driver's license.

MLB Hitters in the 500 Home Run Club

Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz watches the flight of his two-run home run off Oakland Athletics pitcher Ben Sheets during the fifth inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Wednesday, June 2, 2010.(AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

This might be the most exclusive club in sports.

Tennis Rackets Used by the World's Top Pro Players

Want to use the same tennis rackets as the pros?

Most Interceptions in High School Football History

They picked off more passes in high school than anyone.

31 MLB Players With the Most World Series Wins

Who has won more World Series than any of the other 20,000 players in Major League history?

Best High School Football Team in Every State

Want to be the top dog in high school football? Win a state title.

Every Country's Best Basketball Player

Slovenia's Luka Doncic (77) drives up court past France's Nicolas Batum (5) during a men's basketball semifinal round game at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, in Saitama, Japan. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

There are ballers all across the globe.

Greatest Olympian From Every Country

Who are the Olympic GOATs?

Best Running Shoes on Amazon Under $100

They provide comfort, support and won't break the bank.

Greatest NBA Draft Classes of All Time

NBA franchises rise and fall based on draft-day decisions.

Greatest U.S. Men's Tennis Players of All Time

Americans used to rule the world in men's tennis.

Ronda Rousey and 19 Other Ultra Popular Female Athletes

Ronda Rousey was the UFC's first women's champion. And she's still dominating the world.

Top High School Basketball Scorers of All Time

They scored more points in high school than anyone.

Greatest High School Baseball Teams of All Time

They played ball better than anyone.

Most Valuable Sports Cards of All Time

There has been an explosion of riches in the sports card market, and the most valuable cards are worth millions of dollars.

Greatest Golf Major Wins of All Time

ADVANCE FOR WEEKEND EDITIONS, AUG. 6-7 - FILE - This Aug. 11, 1991, file photo shows PGA champion John Daly celebrating with his caddy Jeff “Squeaky” Medlin after winning the golf tournament in Carmel, Ind. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

They defined players, careers and the sport itself.

Greatest NHL Journeymen of All Time

They called many teams home in their long careers.

30 Most Unsung Pitchers in MLB History

They went above and beyond without much fanfare.

Greatest High School Basketball Teams of All Time

They had legendary players and game.

'You’re Outta Here' — 41 MLB Managers With the Most Ejections

An MLB manager getting ejected is just as much a part of the job as filling out lineups and making trips to the mound.

Most Game-Winning Goals in NHL History

They scored more than anyone when it mattered most.

Greatest Players Under 6 Feet in NBA History

They proved height isn't a requirement to succeed in the NBA.

Strongest Weightlifters in Olympics History

The super heavy weightlifters of the summer Olympic final in Munich on Sept. 6, 1972, during the winners ceremony in the Munich fair hall. From left; second place German Rudolf Mang, gold medal winner Vasily Alekseyev of Soviet Union, and third placed East German Gerd Bonk. (AP Photo)

They did a lot more than just pull their own weight.

Fastest Swimmers in Olympics History

They swim better than most people walk.

Greatest MLB Hitters of All Time

These players had more hits than anyone.

All-Time NFL GOATs at Every Position

FILE - In this Jan. 12, 1990 file photo, San Francisco 49ers safety Ronnie Lott waits for the snap during the 49ers NFC divisional playoff game against the Washington Redskins in San Francisco. Lott was selected to the Super Bowl 50 Golden Team, Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. (AP Photo/Jack Smith, File)

It's time to take the all-time debate to another level.

Best No. 1 NHL Draft Picks of All Time

These No. 1 overall picks delivered.

Most Expensive Sports NFTs in the World

Sports fans, get out your digital wallets.

High School Hoops Players Who Had 100-Point Games

Scoring 100 points in one game is an amazing feat at any level.

Most Technical Fouls in NBA History

These NBA players racked up more technical fouls than anyone.

NHL Franchises, Ranked From Worst to First

Edmonton Oilers' Wayne Gretzky (99) carries the puck behind the net while being followed by Chicago Black Hawks' Troy Myrray (19) in first period action, Sunday night, Nov. 15, 1987 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Fred Jewell)

The Original Six still dominate, but there’s stiffer competition now.

Fastest High School Sprinters of All Time

The fastest high school sprinters in history went on to do great things.

Who’s the Oldest NFL Player of All Time?

Houston Oilers quarterback, George Blanda, is seen in this posed action shot from October 18, 1966, in Houston, Texas.

In case you were wondering, it's not Tom Brady.

Greatest Cricket Teams of All Time

They took the world by storm.

What Is the Most Popular Basketball Shoe of All Time?

It was a tough choice, but Air Jordans are impossible to beat.

Who Is the Best Chess Player in the World?

He became a grandmaster before he graduated from middle school.

Worst Quarterback of All Time for Every NFL Team

These are the worst of the worst behind center.

Most Penalty Minutes in NHL History

These hockey players made troublemaking a virtue on the ice.

World's Best Surfers in 2021

These surfers are ranked in the top five of the WSL women’s and men’s divisions to start 2021.

Best Skate Park in Every State

The U.S. has over 2,800 public skate parks. These are the cream of the crop.

Greatest Tandems in NBA History

Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry, left, and Klay Thompson celebrate during the second half of Game 5 of a second-round NBA basketball playoff series against the Houston Rockets Wednesday, May 8, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Even the best basketball talents need someone to have their back.

Greatest Undrafted NFL Hall of Famers of All Time

Only 17 NFL players have gone from undrafted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Cost Per Win for College Football Coaches

They aren't cheap.

Most Watched Sporting Events of All Time

Sports are a universal language. The numbers don't lie.

NFL Stars You Didn't Know Played Other Sports

They were more than just great football players.

Most Grand Slam Titles in Men's Tennis History

Nobody has won more majors than them.

Greatest Winning Streaks in Sports History

Some records could last forever.

Greatest High School Wide Receivers of All Time

These high school wide receivers rewrote the record books and wowed fans across the nation.

Most Games Played in NHL History

These players never wanted to come off the ice.

Where Are the 1996 Chicago Bulls Now?

They won 72 games, started another three-peat and remain legends.