Spike has released the new lineup of former stars that will participate on the new season of Pros vs. Joes. It’s a real who’s-who of just past relevant almost-superstars.

This season they’re going to focus on basketball and football.The “gridiron greats” include Adam Jones, Tim Brown, Simeon Rice, Priest Holmes, Steve McNair, and Rich Gannon. That’s MVP Rich Gannon to you, Joe.

Obviously, the big name is Pacman. Mr. Jones is right at the age of his physical prime. He’s not some over-the-hill former player. He’s just been kicked out of the league. Somewhere Maurice Clarett quietly blogs about what could have been.

The basketball players are Alonzo Mourning, Robert Horry, Glen Rice, Antoine Walker, Shawn Kemp and Steve Francis. I think I speak for everyone when I say, “I cannot wait to see how big Shawn Kemp is.” (I doubt we’ll see much of this.) Also, last time I check, Employee #8 was mentoring the young players in Minnesota. (Or was it Memphis?) How quickly things change in the world of sports.

Finally, lets not forget the original Pros vs. Joes.