Michael Jordan Crowned the Ultimate Athlete of All Time, LeBron James Falls Short of Top 5 Ranking

The United States is a hotbed of captivating sports, offering a wealth of opportunities for athletes to pursue their careers. In every sport, there are standout performers who rise above the rest. When considering the very best of the best, there are a select few players who are often part of the "Greatest of All Time" (GOAT) conversation. For instance, in basketball, Michael Jordan and LeBron James are considered to be in the GOAT debate, while in football, it's Tom Brady and Jerry Rice.

But what about determining the greatest athlete of all time across all major sports in the United States? That's a question that has sparked much debate and discussion.

Recently, business intelligence company, Email Consult, conducted a poll to answer this question. And the results may not come as a shock - none other than Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan emerged as the winner with 19% of the votes. Following Jordan was Tom Brady with 12% of the votes, while LeBron James didn't make it into the top tier of the list.


When comparing Michael Jordan and LeBron James, it's clear that Jordan has the edge in almost every aspect of their careers. This, along with Jordan's impressive record, is why he is still considered the GOAT over LeBron, even after LeBron broke Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time scoring record. LeBron will need to add a few more championship rings to his resume before he can challenge Jordan's position as the greatest athlete of all time.

Being second to the greatest athlete of all time is nothing to be ashamed of, and we should appreciate and respect all athletes for their contributions and achievements in their respective sports.