The Best Book of Football Facts & Stats

The Best Book of Football Facts & Stats

Author: John Mehno

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 9781552977682

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A comprehensive look at football history with statistics through the 2001-2002 season. Includes a who's who of players and coaches, summaries of the greatest games, statistical leaders and award winners, and more.


The Great Book of Football

The Great Book of Football

Author: Bill O'Neill

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-08-29

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9781975974961

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If you love sports trivia, then you'll be all in for The Great Book of Football, which is a must-read for any NFL fan out there. One of the most inclusive NFL football books on the market today, it's a treasure trove of sports stories, random facts, and the most in-depth tales of the most fascinating football players who have made the NFL what it is today. Starting with the foundation of the fledgling NFL in the 1920s and leading right up the thrilling finish at the most recent Super Bowl, The Great Book of Football highlights the best players of every era, the games that separated the boys from the men, and the off-the-field shenanigans and twists of fate that have seen the league go from Midwestern distraction to international obsession. There are lots of football books out there, but The Great Book of Football takes you inside the action from the huddle to the locker room to the draft room to the owner's box. And every chapter ends with trivia questions that are sure to stump your NFL-crazy friends at your next Sunday afternoon watch party. From Red Grange and Sammy Baugh to Tom Brady and J.J. Watt, the best of every era is highlighted, analyzed, and celebrated. Learn the secrets of the unstoppable Wing-T offense; relive Broadway Joe's Namath legendary Super Bowl guarantee; go behind enemy lines to witness the birth of Pittsburgh's Steel Curtain defense; and take pride in how players, owners, and fans have responded to America's greatest battles, from World War II to Hurricane Katrina to September 11. It doesn't matter if it's Super Bowl Sunday or the heart of the offseason, The Great Book of Football is one of those NFL football books that you just won't be able to put down.


A Statistical History of Pro Football

A Statistical History of Pro Football

Author: Rupert Patrick

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2021-05-26

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 1476640890

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Drawing on the author's 30-year study of football statistics, this book presents new methods for analyzing the game in different ways. An examination of known distances for missed field goals offers an accurate method for evaluating placekickers. Reassessments of punters and running backs are included, along with an overhaul of the NFL's passer rating system. Topics previously unexplored through statistics are covered, such as momentum, defining "What is a dynasty?" and "What is a Cinderella team?"


Football Is a Numbers Game

Football Is a Numbers Game

Author: Shane Frederick

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1543506100

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What does a "quarterback rating" have to do with gridiron greatness? More than you think. In this fun and smart look at football, you will discover stories and uncover facts that will help you better understand and enjoy every kickoff, tackle, and touchdown all the more.


Using Math in Sports

Using Math in Sports

Author: Carla Mooney

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2017-07-15

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1499438753

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Sports are more than just decisions being made on the move. Coaches must determine a strategy that takes into account the strengths and weaknesses of each team based on statistics and matchups. And athletes must constantly evaluate how to be successful based on their knowledge of the opponent in front of them in that moment. Following fifth grade Common Core standards, this book takes a look at how athletes, coaches, and fans use different types of math to create a holistic plan for play and engagement, while helping readers understand how to evaluate the gambles of sports.


Stars of the Super Bowl

Stars of the Super Bowl

Author: Shane Frederick

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2016-08

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1515726355

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-Introduces readers to pro football's biggest event, the Super Bowl, and to the players who have given the greatest performances on its stage---


Football's Record Breakers

Football's Record Breakers

Author: Hans Carroll Hetrick

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2017-01-01

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1515737659

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Peyton Manning's pursuit of Brett Favre's record for career passing yards fascinated football fans, as did Tom Brady's effort to surpass Manning's mark for touchdowns thrown in a single season. Get more of those stories and other tales of pro football's greatest records and the players who have held, chased, and broken them.


Hockey Super Stats

Hockey Super Stats

Author: Jeff Savage

Publisher: Lerner Publications

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1512434116

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With loads of charts and graphs, this book presents facts and statistics about hockey from past to present.


Buckeye Reflections

Buckeye Reflections

Author: Maureen Zappala

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781881462316

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The Ohio State Football narrative overflows with impressive statistics, scores and superstars including a treasury of inspiring, funny and even peculiar stories not found in the headlines. Each chapter highlights a coaching era led by one of the preeminent architects, including John Wilce, Paul Brown, Woody Hayes, and Jim Tressel. Read about players, coaches, fans, students, administrators, politicians, sportscasters and a myriad of others whose poignant perspectives, joyful celebrations and heartwarming experiences all spring from their connection to the Ohio State gridiron. Laugh over hilarious pranks, oddball coincidences and bizarre game day situations.