‪GUTS and the Best Sports Shows of All Time‬

As the television continues to engage generations of stimulated youths, screen writers search for creative ways to inherit more fans.

With the sports realm being such an integral part of society, new shows are birthed with the consistency that coffees are sold at Starbucks.

As we look back on our favorite sports shows in history, several seem to stick out as elite in nature.

Here are the best sports shows of all time.

Enjoy.

20. Sunday NFL Countdown

For enthusiastic NFL fans, Sunday NFL Countdown is the start to every magical Sunday. 

As the pregame show for each week's NFL action, it has won seven Sports Emmy Awards for Outstanding Weekly Show while featuring an illustrious cast.

Chris Berman, Tom Jackson and Mike Ditka, among many others, headline an opinionated and experienced unit.

19. Beer Money

While it may cater mostly to Big Apple fans, Beer Money! entertains viewers by sending Amber Wilson and Dan Schachner on a quest to quiz New Yorkers on their favorite sports teams. 

Often seen at Citi Field, outside of Madison Square Garden, in front of New Meadowlands Stadium or at a local bar, these hosts offer fans a chance to destroy their self confidence or gain instant respectability with viewers.

18. Baseball Tonight

The poster child for baseball coverage, Baseball Tonight has recapped each day's MLB happenings since 1990.

For any fan of the diamond, this show's mix of modern aesthetics and iconic analysis makes for an exciting finish to a calm night of baseball.

17. SportsNation

As obnoxious as Colin Cowherd seems, his sexy co-host, Michelle Beadle, keeps a hesitant audience fully engaged.

Based on the fan forum and poll section of ESPN.com, SportsNation features a generous collection of material sent in by fans, including tweets and videos. 

Fans can never get tired of hearing debate surrounding their suggestions.

16. The Jersey

Produced by the Disney Channel and based on the Monday Night Football Club books, The Jersey featured four teens who (naturally) discover a magic jersey that places them in the bodies of professional athletes.

With exciting 1970's-style jams, heart-warming children and an inspiring storyline, The Jersey exhilarated all kids yearning for the chance to become professional athletes.

15. SportsCentury

This ESPN biography program studies the exciting aspects of sports, covering any athlete or event that requires notice. 

In 1999, with ESPN counting down the Top 50 Athletes of the 20th Century, fans got to see each athlete in a precisely-scripted tale of his career.

Truly a great depiction of the past's greatness.

14. The Ultimate Fighter

This MMA reality series details several professional fighters and roommates as they prepare for fights against each other in hopes of receiving a contract offer from the UFC.

After viewers reached the millions with an epic fight between Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar in the first season, the stage was set for numerous participants to eventually reach the UFC and even win championships.

13. Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel

Like some of its peers, Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel tackles journalism from a different angle.

Bryant Gumbel and his crew, however, routinely dig deeper.

An investigative report covering the national sport of camel racing in the United Arab Emirates was only the start to a long list of intriguing episodes.

12. Wipeout

As competitors battle on the humorously-constructed obstacle course, John Henson and John Anderson host Wipeout with comical tones.

Reminiscent of game shows across the world, this American series stretched the limits.

11. Outside the Lines

With Bob Ley as the longtime host, Outside the Lines looks to attack critical issues in sports that might be feared or deprived by other news programs.

As fans yearn for the inside knowledge and unsaid opinions that shadow the sports world, Bob Levy does his best to entertain his eager viewers.

10. Pardon the Interruption

As Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser debate about the day's fuming sports issues, fans cling to their couches in preparation of the next humorous yet controversial comment.

These two prolific professionals have mastered the art of entertaining analysis.

9. The Best Damn Sports Show Period

Having aired more than 1,300 episodes, The Best Damn Sports Show Period was never bereft of unnecessary opinions and entertaining yet ridiculous debate.

With the likes of Charissa Thompson as host, the show never had to shy from any athlete, coach or celebrity in regards to an intriguing interview.

They always agreed willingly.

8. Hard Knocks

With in-depth coverage of the team's inside jokes, position battles and front-office preparations for the upcoming NFL season, HBO's Hard Knocks dissects the nooks and crannies of life on the gridiron.

Antonio Cromartie's inability to remember the nine illegitimate children he had with eight different women headlined an entertaining array of episodes.

7. Eastbound & Down

Not only does Danny McBride play the hilarious Kenny Powers, a former Major League pitcher who finds his depleted career leads him to become a substitute physical education teacher in his hometown middle school, but he is comforted by a colorful supporting cast comically complementing his every move.

Amidst a collection of hilarious occurrences and beautiful women, this show never ceases to please.

6. Around the Horn

Hosted by the exuberant Tony Reali, this round-table talk show collects opinions from around the country with an intriguing dictatorship that keeps viewers fully engaged and appreciative.

With journalists such as Woody Paige, J.A. Adande and Bill Plaschke headlining a potent crew of active panelists, this show has never failed to entertain fans.

Having Lil Wayne and Mark Cuban make guest appearances certainly didn't hurt ratings.

5. Nickelodeon GUTS

Hosted by comedian Mike O'Malley and officiated by British actress Moira "Mo" Quirk, this action-based series featuring competing athletes showing their prowess in the "Extreme Arena" was a huge hit with fans of a youthful nature.

With a faceless yellow figure named Stretch gracing the sidelines as the mascot, the show seemed destined for failure.

Naturally, the show collapsed in 1996.

4. Inside the NFL

With masterfully-crafted sets, intricately-studied visuals and mercurial debates, Inside the NFL has entertained curious football fans since 1977.

After being dropped by HBO and picked up by Showtime in 2008, the show thrived with former defensive beast Warren Sapp headlining a humorous cast.

3. 24/7

As it follows an organization or athlete during the weeks leading up to a major sporting event, HBO's 24/7 captures the undertones of the sports world.

From covering Jimmie Johnson before the 2010 Daytona 500 to featuring the heated rivalry between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals in preparation of the 2011 NHL Winter Classic, this show has yet to disappoint. 

The visuals are always epic.

2. The League

With Mark Duplass, Nick Kroll and Jonathan Lajoie headlining a potently-hilarious cast, this tale of a group's quest towards fantasy bragging rights is never bereft of excitement.

As they compete in a vicious football fantasy league, these fans display their diehard loyalty on every down during their long journey through everyday life. 

Their comedic dramas are rarely mundane.

1. SportsCenter

Known as the flagship program on ESPN since 1979, SportsCenter continues to be viewed religiously by fanatical sports fans.

With updated news and insightful analysis, this show has helped build a sports-devoted society that has yet to lose interest.