Playing Pro Football
Playing Pro Football

Author: Paul Bowker

Publisher: Lerner Publications

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1467747289

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Playing professional football is a dream for many—but it's also a high-pressure, grueling job. If you're the pro player on the field, millions of people are scrutinizing your every play, expecting you to make your blocks, outsmart your opponents, move the ball to your end zone, and score. To play at 100 percent on Sundays, you are constantly preparing for the next game—practicing, lifting weights, going to meetings, or watching video. Throughout the year, you must also maintain your fitness through proper workouts, rest, and nutrition. Playing in the pros is an incredible challenge. But for those who suit up on Sundays, the journey is totally worth it. This book, which was reviewed by six-year National Football League (NFL) veteran Michael Lehan, offers an authentic look at what life is like as a pro football player. You'll learn: • How players climb the ranks to reach the NFL • What daily life is like for an NFL player • How NFL players prevent and treat injuries Go behind the scenes and see what it's really like to be an NFL star!

NFL's Greatest
NFL's Greatest

Author: Phil Barber

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9780789489012

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Filled with compelling photos of the most important teams, games, players and events as determined by the officials of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, this fascinating and in-depth book will enthrall sports fans.

Playing for Keeps
Playing for Keeps

Author: Chris Mortensen

Publisher:

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13:

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A look at how close the Mafia came to gaining control of professional football explores the seamy underside of college sports, money laundering, gambling, and game fixing.

Play Football Like a Pro
Play Football Like a Pro

Author: Matt Doeden

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2010-07

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1429656468

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"Provides instructional tips on how to improve one's football skills, including quotes and advice from professional coaches and athletes"--Provided by publisher.

The Biggest Win
The Biggest Win

Author: Joshua Cooley

Publisher: New Growth Press

Published: 2018-07-30

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13: 194813005X

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The Biggest Win gives athletes and sports fans of all ages a unique, insider's look into the lives and faith of six Christian NFL players from the 2017 Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl team—Carson Wentz, Nick Foles, Zach Ertz, Trey Burton, Jordan Hicks, and Chris Maragos—in particular, how these high-profile athletes remain committed to God's ...

The Pro Football Hall of Fame 50th Anniversary Book
The Pro Football Hall of Fame 50th Anniversary Book

Author: John Thorn

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing

Published: 2012-07-31

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780446583961

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There is no question that football is indeed America's most popular sport, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 50th Anniversary book totally captures our passion for the game. Having opened its doors in Canton, Ohio on September 7, 1963, the Hall will be celebrating its 50th anniversary year from 2012 to 2013, commencing with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival, a ten-day period in early August which culminates in the annual Hall of Fame Game. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival draws close to a million fans each year. The book has been crafted by Joe Horrigan, the Hall's VP of Communications/Exhibits, along with John Thorn, creator of Total Football, and the end result is a beautifully bound keepsake for any serious football fan. The 50th Anniversary Book features essays by football writers, broadcasters, and celebrated players. Every living Hall of Famer will contribute a commentary on some aspect of the game and its history; each deceased member will be represented in a sidebar or pullout quote. In addition, the book features rarely seen photos and artifacts of some of the Hall's greatest treasures.

The New Thinking Man's Guide to Professional Football
The New Thinking Man's Guide to Professional Football

Author: Paul Zimmerman

Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC

Published: 2018-12-11

Total Pages: 495

ISBN-13:

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During his nearly 30 years at Sports Illustrated, Paul Zimmerman—known to readers as “Dr. Z”—rose to fame as one of the top writers in football history. The follow up to Zimmerman’s 1971 classic The Thinking Man’s Guide to Pro Football, The New Thinking Man’s Guide to Pro Football builds on the timeless insights of his original work. Filled with personal anecdotes from Zimmerman’s years covering football, this book offers a fascinating insight into the sport that will appeal to any fan that wants a deeper understanding and appreciation for the game. More than a generation later, Zimmerman’s work is as applicable today as when the updated edition came out in the late 1980s. This widely-acclaimed guide covers: Positions Tactics Football scouting Broadcasting Minor leagues Time strategies Great players and top moments

Play Football!
Play Football!

Author: Tim Polzer

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780789488435

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An introduction to basic skills, tactics, and rules of football, with tips from professional players.

NFL Heroes
NFL Heroes

Author: George Johnson

Publisher: Firefly Books

Published: 2022-10-15

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9780228103479

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The NFL's best players, all in one action-packed volume. Over a century after the formation of the American Professional Football Conference, the precursor to the National Football League, pro football continues to excite and captivate millions of fans across the globe. At the core of the NFL is its legendary players -- the incredible athletes who have thrown, caught, run, tackled and kicked their way into the annals of sports history. NFL Heroes presents the best of the best in pro football. From the pioneers, to the current stars, to the all-time legends that occupy the Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, they're all here, including: Tom Brady Jim Brown Jerry Rice Dick Butkus Johnny Unitas Deacon Jones Reggie White Joe Montana Antonio Brown Walter Payton Bronko Nagurski Aaron Donald Dan Marino Terry Bradshaw Emmitt Smith Brett Favre Roger Staubach Rob Gronkowski LaDainian Tomlinson Deion Sanders. Featuring 100 riveting stories and over 120 photos of the game's best, this updated, second edition of NFL Heroes is a must-read for any fan of America's favorite sport.