SI Photographers' Shots of the Decade

Bob Rosato, 2002

As part of SI.com's decade project, several Sports Illustrated photographers have selected a handful of their favorite shots from the 2000s and described what makes these pictures special.

"This shot of Dolphins tight end Randy McMichael diving over Saints defenders for a touchdown was made during a preseason game in Miami. I had seen McMichael do something slightly similar the previous week in Tampa, which I was not prepared for. So I anticipated his movement this time, and having the right lens and camera combination allowed me to make this picture. I never imagined his leap would be this spectacular."