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Peter King

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Have a book about my 40 years covering football coming out in October. Preorder: https://wwnorton.com/books/the-game …Had a good run at Cincinnati Enquirer, Newsday, SI, ABC, CNN, HBO, The MMQB and NBC. Chuck the dog pictured.

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · 2w ago

I really liked this book by Paul Domowitch about one of my favorite players/subjects in my NFL-writing career, Sam Mills. Such an admirable man, and such a good job by Paul telling us the meaning of Sam’s life. Highly recommended.

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Another gem from @danpompei.bsky.social … he delivers them so often. x.com/danpompei/st...

Dan Pompei on X: "Free to all: He was head slapped by Mean Joe Greene, hobnobbed with Howard Cosell, squared off with Pete Rozelle, took Arthur Blank's last dollar, and ate all of Peyton Manning's wedding shrimp. These days, amidst some struggles, he's enjoying what he can. https://t.co/oho2pBPhhV" / X

Free to all: He was head slapped by Mean Joe Greene, hobnobbed with Howard Cosell, squared off with Pete Rozelle, took Arthur Blank's last dollar, and ate all of Peyton Manning's wedding shrimp. These days, amidst some struggles, he's enjoying what he can. https://t.co/oho2pBPhhV

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Hi. I wrote a book, “The Game,” about my 40 years covering football and the explosive growth of the game. Re-reported one story per year and learned a lot about stuff I thought I knew. I’ll be recording the audiobook. Prediction: You might get sick of me. Preorder here: wwnorton.com/books/the-game

The Game

From the legendary football writer, an extraordinary front-row-seat to the modern NFL, chronicling the defining moments, teams, controversies, and more., The Game, Peter King, 9781324123637

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

Highly recommended. The man’s a genius. True genius. Master of the piano if there ever was one in the rock/pop world. Could treat wives better, tho. Great work by HBO. www.hbomax.com/shows/billy-...

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

Tim Rooney died today. One of the best scouts I met in my 40 years covering the league. Crucial pro personnel confidant for Parcells in ‘80s for the Giants. Always kept a short list of top prospects in his back pocket so he could be ready to advise Parcells/George Young on best waiver guys. RIP Tim.

Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

One more Irsay note: He talked to me quite a few times about my column. We came in right around the same time, in the mid-80s. When I retired, I got a package in the mail from him. A nice letter, plus a football, painted like a game ball. It said: "LAST MAN STANDING." I appreciated that. RIP, Jimmy.

Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

RIP Jim Irsay. A very good human being. Consistent contributor to our annual Scouting Combine Tweetup in Indianapolis. May not sound like much. But in 2023, our beneficiary was Teachers Treasures, an Indy charity that allowed teachers to get $500 worth of school supplies per year per teacher, free.

Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

Kudos to @mikesilver.bsky.social for a great story from inside the Jags' draft/trade process. Packed with info you only get if you're there. As one who has embedded in these rooms, I know how hard it is. And to post by 10:30 pm ET, 2 hours post-drama, is phenomenal: www.nytimes.com/athletic/630...

Inside Jaguars’ blockbuster trade for Travis Hunter in 2025 NFL Draft: ‘Let’s make history’

The Jaguars and Browns agreed to terms of the trade 17 days before the NFL Draft, though both sides kept it quiet until Thursday.

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

Steve, I knew him & greatly admired him. RIP to a man who shifted the paradigm on sports books from hagiographies to real things, warts and all. The Knight book stands with Ball Four as among the top sports works ever. John Feinstein set a standard for the rest of us to follow. A model for the ages.

Steve Evans@sevans1956.bsky.social · last yr.

@peterking1.bsky.social How well did you know John Feinstein? He's roughly our age. A very talented writer.

Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · last yr.

So proud of my wife, Ann King, for her writing and her tireless work in getting her novel published. It’s about a Catholic girl with a great North Star battling through a tough life. B&N, Bookshop.org, Amazon. You’ll love it. I certainly did and am only slightly prejudiced in the matter.

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Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · 2y ago

So proud of @kalynkahler.bsky.social and the many generous NFL media experts for continuing the Scouting Combine tradition of media giving back to the community. You go, K-dog. And thanks to the @colts.bsky.social for their annual generous support. Please attend if you can. Thanks.

Kalyn Kahler@kalynkahler.bsky.social · 2y ago

Indianapolis! Join me and a panel of NFL reporters to discuss all things NFL draft next Friday night during combine week. Always a fun time, started by @peterking1.bsky.social Proceeds this year go to Parks Alliance of Indianapolis www.eventbrite.com/e/nfl-combin...

Peter King@peterking1.bsky.social · 2y ago

RIP, Dick Jauron. In a cutthroat league, you were classy, always available, smart and so human. I only wish I got to tell you how much I admired you. What a legacy you leave.