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Jeff Mezydlo

A Chicago native, Jeff Mezydlo has professionally written about sports, entertainment and pop culture for parts of four decades. He was an integral member of award-winning sports sections at The Times of Northwest Indiana (Munster, Ind.) and Champaign (Ill.) News-Gazette, where he covered the NFL, PGA, LPGA, NCAA basketball, football and golf, Olympics and high school athletics. Jeff most recently spent 12 years in the editorial department at STATSPerform, where he also oversaw coverage of the English Premier League. A graduate of Northern Illinois University, Jeff's work has also appeared on such sites at Yahoo!, ESPN, Fox Sports, Sports Illustrated and NBA.com. However, if Jeff could do it again, he'd attend Degrassi Junior High, Ampipe High School and Grand Lakes University

EXPERTISE:

NCAA football, NCAA basketball, PGA/LPGA, international soccer, sports history, rock music, film history

Ranking Margot Robbie's 20 best performances

Margot Robbie has blossomed from enjoyable Australian soap opera star to A-list Hollywood celebrity. During her acting career, which has run fewer than 20 years, Robbie has shined in various types of roles, spanning many genres. Here are her 20 best.

25 songs that belong on every Elvis Presley playlist

Trying to narrow down an Elvis Presley playlist to 25 can't-go-without tunes was daunting. But we pulled it off. Enjoy.

The 25 most versatile MLB players of all time

There have been plenty of ball players who enjoyed lengthy major-league careers due to their versatility. These jack-of-all-trades types are invaluable. Here's our list of 25 great utility players to grace a major-league diamond. Listed in chronological order.

Remember the greatest roles of Donald and Kiefer Sutherland

The recent passing of iconic actor Donald Sutherland brought his widely celebrated acting legacy to the forefront, a legacy that paved the way for son Kiefer to create one of his own.

The 20 greatest WNBA rivalries

Whether talking head-to-head individual player battles or those between franchises, the WNBA has provided some of basketball's most interesting and intense rivalries.

The 19 best animated sports-related movies

Surprisingly, the amount of notable, quality animated sports features seem few and far between. But, we found some worthy of taking a look. Listed in chronological order.

2024 Paris Olympics: 20 indelible moments from Team USA

The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics have ended and, by all accounts, were an undisputed success. Especially for the United States, which delivered another impressive showing.

The greatest all-time musicians and bands from Wisconsin

Casual music fans might be surprised just how many iconic musical artists, bands, songwriters and innovators the state of Wisconsin has produced. That's OK ,we'll help.

25 MLB Hall of Famers who never won a ring

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Storylines to watch as the Paris Olympics gets underway

The 2024 Summer Olympics are days away. The entire city of Paris will be celebrated, and it's expected to be a celebration like no other. Here's a look at some stories to keep an eye on before and during the Games.

The 25 greatest Bruce Springsteen deep cuts

We offer the 25 Springsteen songs we feel, for one reason or another, deserve more credit and attention.

The most memorable MLB All-Star Game home runs

It's special for any Major Leaguer to a homer in an All-Star Game. Some of those home runs are more memorable than others. Here's our list of the 20 best.

The 25 greatest performances in the MLB All-Star Game

Major League Baseball's annual All-Star Game showcases the game's best players at that moment. Those stars will shine even brighter on this grand stage if fans are lucky.

The 25 greatest MLB All-Star Games

Throughout the years, countless memories have been made at Major League Baseball's annual All-Star Game. It might seem impossible to narrow down some of the best games the "Midsummer Classic" has delivered.

20 Rolling Stones album cuts that are worth discovering

With catalog this vast and legendary, the Rolling Stones' overall greatness is endless. However, there are some tunes within the band's musical arsenal that remain underrated, underappreciated or simply forgotten.

20 Led Zeppelin deep cuts to add to your playlist

In truth, Led Zeppelin never dominated the charts, but thanks to classic rock radio and satellite options, its legendary status remains stronger than ever.

The greatest all-time musicians and bands from Indiana

The state of Indiana produced the most legendary music family of all time. However, it didn't stop there. Here's our list of 20 prominent musicians, musical artists or bands to come out of the Hoosier State.

The 25 greatest heavy metal guitar players

Trying to narrow down the 25 greatest heavy metal guitarists in the history of the genre wasn't easy. But, we gave it a try, and had fun doing it. Here we go.

The 20 greatest wrestling films and documentaries

Whether real or fake, the sport of wrestling continues to entertain. Especially on the big — or small — screen. Here's 20 notable wrestling movies to enjoy.

Multi-tools: The 22 greatest do-it-all players in MLB history

There have not been many Major League Baseball players who played the field, served as designated hitters, regularly pinch-hit and also pitched during their careers.

The best athlete cameos in film

There are plenty of athletes who have established themselves as multi-versatile entertainers. Especially in Hollywood. Even the briefest moments on the big screen by an athlete can create a lasting impression.

The 25 most memorable roles in Morgan Freeman's filmography

Trying to narrow Morgan Freeman's 25 best roles (in visual form) can be seriously daunting. Talk about a legendary career. Well, we gave it a shot. Enjoy!

The 25 best episodes of 'The Wonder Years'

More than 30 years ago, The Wonder Years debuted on ABC and enjoyed a solid six-season run. The series remains relevant today (through syndication, streaming and even a reboot). So, let's highlight 25 of the best episodes in the history of one of the most unique and original series of all time.

Ranking all 12 of the films from the Brat Pack

During the 1980s, and even into the dawn of the 1990s, the Brat Pack was all the rage in Hollywood. A total of 12 films during that time period featured at least two such members of the famed crew, and we rank them here.

The 25 best Canadian MLB players

Hockey might be the national sport of Canada, but the country has produced some great Major League Baseball players, as well. Here's our list of the 25 best Canadian major leaguers.