Top Black Male Athletes From the ESPN Body Issue Magazine

Men of Color: Athletes Featured in the Famous Print Edition

I know you've heard of the body issue magazine, right? If not, it's where they gather top athletes, showcasing their bodies, strength training, and what it took to get fit and ready for their sport. They showcase all ethnicities, but we're bringing you all the Black men who featured in them all in one place—here on Men Muscles, and sales you get to see the elite physiques and men with defined pecs, six packs, chiseled V's, thick thighs, and toned bodies that look like Greek Gods.

Admire men like Odell Beckham Jr., Saquon Barkley, Von Miller, Chris Paul, Antonio Brown, and more. These men were prominent in their feature in Body Issue magazine, but their influence remains even more impactful in 2026, especially if you're feeling a throwback nostalgia vibe.

Elite Black Male Athlete Physiques and Muscular Bodies

These top Black male athletes are at the top of their fitness game and have trained their bodies to be well-oiled machines. You'll be amazed at these men outside their uniforms because now you get to see their true shape, size, and fitness routines that got them there.

From Head to Toe: Well-Groomed Black Male Athletes

Uncover the beauty of these men from head to toe, because even their feet are well groomed and manicured. Being rough and raw on the football field or the basketball court hasn't stopped these men from looking great.

Hottest Ebony Male Athletes in Professional Sports

This is where you can find the hottest ebony male athletes and global superstars in sports like the NFL and NBA. Some of these men of color are not remembered for their looks, so now it's time to put their impeccable bodies on a pedestal to be admired.

Athletic Male Beauty, Muscular Bodies, and Sports Fitness Photography

So, if you like fit men and sports, this is the place for you. These guys deliver on everything powerful, raw, masculine, and beautiful. From their faces to their toes, you'll be amazed by these top men in sport and entertainment.

Enjoy body and face photography and how every shot angle and close-up captures these men's impressive physiques and highlights the results of their hard work in 2026, 2027, and for years to come.

Top Male Athletes From the NFL and NBA

These are some of the top men of color with the best bodies & physiques in sports. Not only do you get to admire buff athletic superstars, you get to learn more about them–like their age, weight and more. Unlock short bios on your faves. Click any name below to browse our collection of hottest bodies in the game.

NFL Stars

• Myles Garrett (Cleveland Browns)
• Michael Thomas (New Orleans Saints)
• Ezekiel Elliott (Dallas Cowboys)
• Vince Wilfork (Houston Texans / New England Patriots)
• Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona Cardinals)
• Jamaal Charles (Kansas City Chiefs)
• Marshawn Lynch (Seattle Seahawks) 

NBA Stars

• Chris Paul (Oklahoma City Thunder / Phoenix Suns)
• Dwyane Wade (Miami Heat)
• Isaiah Thomas (Boston Celtics)
• John Wall (Washington Wizards)
• DeAndre Jordan (Los Angeles Clippers)
• Kyrie Irving (Cleveland Cavaliers)
• Serge Ibaka (Oklahoma City Thunder)
• Amar'e Stoudemire (New York Knicks)
• Dwight Howard (Orlando Magic) 

More Sports Superstars

• Evander Kane (NHL – San Jose Sharks / Edmonton Oilers)
• Jon Jones (UFC Champion)
• Gary Sheffield (MLB Slugger) 

It doesn't matter if you're gay or straight—if you love top-tier male athletes because they are men, enjoy yourself.