When Randy McMichael was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the 2002 NFL Draft, like most rookies turning pro, he was just bursting with energy and ready to prove his worth in the big league. Here, he is photographed flying above the competition to score a touchdown.
McMichael started all 16 games where he caught 39 passes for 485 yards. The Dolphins released him in 2007. He was later cut by the Chargers in 2013.
RODEO RIDER
This picture perfectly captures the danger and excitement involved in any rodeo event; from being stomped on by a beast, to falling in awkward postures resulting in broken bones and other such injuries.
This was taken in Alberta, Canada., and believe it or not, this rodeo driver was not injured in the fall.
WAYNE GRETZKY
This photograph was taken in the locker rooms. He was widely regarded as the best hockey player ever. This image captures him after scoring the 802 NHL goal against the Vancouver Canucks on March 24, 1994.
By the time he retired, Wayne Gretzky broke almost all major records in the league as well. He played for 20 seasons and finished his career with a total of 894 goals.
MAURICE STOVALL
Maurice Stovall is photographed critically catching a touchdown. When he was chosen for USA Today’s first-team high school all-American list, he picked The University of Notre Dame, but wouldn’t start as a freshman.
Stovall played consistently all throughout his first year in college and finished with 18 catches for the year, including three touchdowns. He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2006.
MANNY RAMIREZ
Former pro-baseball outfielder, Manny Ramirez, was not one to shy away from tough competition. In fact, he certainly likes to show up when the going gets tough, as is shown in this photo; diving into second base after he doubles.
Manny Ramirez has played for 19 seasons with various teams. This is from the time when he played for the Boston Red Sox, where they lost to the New York Yankees 6-5. Ramirez still holds the record for most home runs in the postseason (29), and he’s one of only 25 players to record 500 career home runs.