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The Defector Crewneck Sweatshirt Is Back In Stock

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<p>Columnist. Author of many <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Drew-Magary/e/B001JS8R52/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1">fine works of literature</a>, including <em>Point B</em>. Handsomest man in the world.</p>


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Drew Magary

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 27: Russell Wilson #3 of the Denver Broncos confers with teammates on the sideline during their game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 27, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

Denver Broncos v Carolina Panthers

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Russell Wilson Has Nowhere To Hide Now

The Prince of Wales looks closely at the Sanyo UK Microwave Oven from the Steel Life' range, during an award ceremony held at The Victoria and Albert Museum in central. * The Homes and Gardens Classical Design Awards, recognise and reward outstanding contempary British Design in everyday items, the magazine Readers Award went to the Sanyo oven which was chosen for unusually simple, pleasant and modern styling. (Photo by Peter Jordan - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images)

Design awards

Funbag

Do Not Besmirch The “Add 30 Seconds” Microwave Button

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Death To The NCAA

Did Your Favorite College Football Team Hire A Shitbag? Let’s Find Out!

Johhny, 3, biting into a drumstick. The children had their turkey a day ahead of Thanksgiving at the Army's Nursery.

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Everything In Moderation

'The Luncheon in the Conservatory', 1877. Three generations of a prosperous family relax and talk at the end of an informal meal in their conservatory where the plants are as flourishing as their owners. From the Musee des Beaux Arts, Pau, France. (Photo by Art Media/Print Collector/Getty Images)

‘The Luncheon in the Conservatory’, 1877. Artist: Louise Abbema

A Brief But Convincing Defense Of Snobbery

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 26: Referee Land Clark (130) looks at a replay for the second time during the game between the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles on December 26, 2021 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

NFL: DEC 26 Giants at Eagles

Stop Fussing With The Goddamn Rules

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Walnuts In Baked Goods: The Right Move, Or An Act Of War?

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 13: Patrick Peterson #7 of the Minnesota Vikings and Camryn Bynum #24 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrate after Peterson's game winning interception in overtime against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on November 13, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Buffalo Bills

The Vikings Are A Party

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The Birth Of A Scar

during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 7, 2018 in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Coke Zero Sugar 400

The American Flag Isn’t Just For Aggro Fuckheads

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How To Destroy A Team

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One Last Halloween In The Candy Trenches

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Which NFL Head Coach Has The Most Punchable Face? A Defector Investigation

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Chicken Pot Pie from Costco. Note.Meagen Ogilvie story.(September 26 11RICK EGLINTON/TORONTO STAR.||

Some Annoying Recipes Are Worth It. LIKE MY KICK-ASS POT PIE.

Matt Ryan with his helmet pushed back on his head before leading his Colts to a loss against the damn Jacksonville Jaguars.

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The Colts Have A Mess At Quarterback, And So Does The NFL

CARROLLTON, GA - OCTOBER 11: Georgia Republican Senatorial candidate Herschel Walker is seen at a campaign event on October 11, 2022 in Carrollton, Georgia. (Photo by Elijah Nouvelage/Getty Images)

Senators Scott And Cotton Join Republican Senatorial Candidate Herschel Walker On The Campaign Trail In Georgia

Just Look At Herschel Walker Now

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It’s Time I Started Wearing Other Teams’ Shit

-Skins19 - 175541 - 12/18/2005 - Photo by John McDonnell - Landover MD - Redskins host the Dallas Cowboys. L to R - Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Redskins Owner Dan Snyder meet at midfield An hour before game time.

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Dan Snyder’s Sun Rises And Sets With Jerry Jones

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Recency Bias Is Boring

Rear view of car with handwritten sign reading Student Driver, warning other drivers that the person operating the vehicle is learning to drive, Dublin, California, May 2018. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images)

Student Driver

When Your Kid Can Drive, They Can Do Anything

A cub scout takes off his shoes and socks before going for a paddle, circa 1955. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Going For A Paddle

Taking Off Your Socks Is The Greatest Feeling On Earth

ORCHARD PARK, NY - SEPTEMBER 19: Derrick Henry #22 of the Tennessee Titans runs against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on September 19, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Tennessee Titans v Buffalo Bills

Have We Seen The Last Hall-Of-Fame Running Back?

MADISON, WISCONSIN - JUNE 11: Former NFL player Brett Favre stands on the 14th green during the Celebrity Foursome at the second round of the American Family Insurance Championship at University Ridge Golf Club on June 11, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

American Family Insurance Championship – Round Two

Motherfuck Brett Favre

A boy in bed with a copy of 'Horror Stories' comic book, circa 1960. (Photo by Hunter/FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Horrified Reader

Help! My Kid Knows About Death Now!

Ron Cain spreads ribs, chicken and links on racks while the smoker heats up in the parking lot of the Eclectic Cookery shared kitchen space in San Francisco, Calif. on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Cain serves up his selection of barbecued dishes at Clooney's Pub in the Mission District.

Ron Cain spreads ribs, chicken and links on racks while the smoker heats up in the parking lot of the Eclectic Cookery shared kitchen space in San Francisco, Calif. on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Cain serves up his selection of barbecued dishes at Clooney’s Pu

Here Are Some Smells That I Miss