Is SI still the best mag on the planet?

...without the Minnesota Big Foot on its roster? (He's off procreating according to the rumor mill.)

Gary Smith breaks out of a mild slump with a tear inducing read. Great job.

Rick Reilly: How does this guy never HAVE a slump? Awesome every single week, especiallly the recent piece on The Great Federer.

The new Players section has been surprisingly top notch from what we've seen. Interesting and informative.

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Sports Illustrated: Just when you think you might be out, they pull you back in. Thankfully.

And..

Yes. It is.