Mike Sielski – Going the Distance: Stallone, Philly, and the Story of Rocky

By Michael Grant on 08/05/202608/05/2026

(Photos courtesy of Mike Sielski and Macmillan Publishers)

About Michael Grant

Born in Jamaica. Grew up in New York City. Lives in Louisville, Ky. Sports writer. Not related to Ulysses S. Grant.

"It's a bit tricky to handle that smell while you're trying to compete at your best."

"Our promise to you is we never miss a touchdown."

"Every single day, something comes up to show you a symptom of the disease that we’re suffering"

"I’m not leaving my job to take a job that I’m going to get fired."

"...the question is, what is the number ... that would make Tony Romo sort of walk away without a fight?"

"Remember when I said the Kalshi deal felt slimy?"

"It's a bit tricky to handle that smell while you're trying to compete at your best."

"Our promise to you is we never miss a touchdown."

"Every single day, something comes up to show you a symptom of the disease that we’re suffering"

"I’m not leaving my job to take a job that I’m going to get fired."

"...the question is, what is the number ... that would make Tony Romo sort of walk away without a fight?"

"Remember when I said the Kalshi deal felt slimy?"