ESPN The Magazine's Great Debates Issue will be on newsstands this Friday. On the cover of this week's issue, An Oral History of Bill Belichick - He might be the greatest coach in NFL history, but 41 years into his career, does anyone really know who Bill Belichick is or how he forged his path to greatness? To find out, The Mag interviewed a multitude of coaches, players and associates to present as complete a portrait as possible of the enigmatic New England Patriots head coach. By David Fleming, in collaboration with NFL Nation .
DON'T MISS: In an NBA game last December, referee Bill KENNEDY called two technical fouls on then-Kings guard Rajon Rondo, who subsequently called KENNEDY a gay slur. Less than two weeks later, the referee announced he was gay. The Mag delves into the circumstances of the altercation and the impact it had on Kennedy's life, both personal and professional. By Kevin Arnovitz, in collaboration with TrueHoop Please Remain Seated: The wave, loved and hated by fans and athletes alike, remains a fixture of the stadium experience decades after its debut. Senior writer Tom Junod chronicles his quest to understand the appeal-and tries his hand at starting a wave or two himself. Issue highlights and features: The Heisman Debate Is Not Over History shows that September front-runners don't necessarily bring home the Heisman hardware. By Ryan McGee Colin Kaepernick Is a Real American The Mag profiles the evolving identity of 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, the lightning rod of the national anthem debate. Kaepernick, no longer the QB darling of just a few years ago, has been largely alienated by his team and, some say, his sport since coach Jim Harbaugh left. The once reticent one has found his voice, unpacking incredible eloquence and thought on his decision not to stand during the anthem. By Tim Keown, in collaboration with The UndefeatedImage courtesy of ESPN press
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