Who

Coles is the hard-knock wide receiver for the New York Jets.

Backstory

Born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Coles played college football at Florida State, but was booted from the team in 1999 after he and teammate Peter Warrick were caught accepting a "discount" at a department store—a clerk gave them $400 worth of clothing for $20. While Warrick was only suspended, Coles was dismissed entirely since he was already on probation for a battery charge and for academic reasons. (Perhaps this explains why his childhood nickname was "Trouble.") The controversy, though, wasn't enough to prevent the Jets from drafting him in the third round in 2000. After a solid season in 2002, Coles signed as a free agent with the Washington Redskins and made his first Pro Bowl a year later, returning to the Jets in 2005 in a trade for fellow receiver Santana Moss.

Of note

Never much of a touchdown threat, Coles has made a name for himself with his physical, gritty play, and his ability to elude defenders and gain yardage after the catch. For his troubles, Coles made $3 million for the 2007 season, will make $5 million in 2008, and $6 million in 2009.

Low point

In 2005, Coles came forward with the revelation that between the ages of 10 and 14 he had been molested  by his stepfather, who was later sent to prison for the crime. Coles came forward in the hopes of being a role model for other victims of molestation, making the unfortunate but heartfelt comment that his confession would be worth it "even if it's one kid I can touch." He appeared on Oprah in 2005 to discuss his childhood abuse.

Personal

Coles is unmarried, but he has at least three kids including a son named Trilion. He divides his time between houses in Jacksonville and Long Island. The house in Florida, located on a 21-acre property, is a $8 million, 25,000-square foot custom-built monster, featuring a gym, movie theater, bowling alley, dance floor, and indoor golf simulator. It sits on the recently renamed Coles Court and the address is the same as his jersey number: 87.