When we realized that Eric Berry was actually likely to resume practicing for the Kansas City Chiefs in a matter of days — or days-to-days, if you prefer — my editor Pete Sweeney gave me an assignment: write about Eric Berry’s return.
“I am thinking a rapid reaction on what it means,” Pete explained. “Any angle come to mind for you?” I thought about it for a second. “The same one the fans have,” I said. “How can he make a difference when he’s been out for so long?