Uniform Numbers of the NFL

Uniform Numbers of the NFL

Author: John Maxymuk

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2005-04-12

Total Pages: 441

ISBN-13: 078642057X

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Football is a game of numbers--fourth and inches, the three-man rush, a two point conversion, first down. Even with the obvious numbers in the statistics, rules and game situations, the players' uniform numbers themselves have become part of professional football and its lore. NFL players, like modern-day gladiators, are fitted head-to-toe in protective gear, obscuring even their faces from their most loyal fans. They have become largely identifiable through their uniform numbers. You cannot conjure up Larry Csonka without seeing the number 39 crashing through the line of scrimmage, or recall Lawrence Taylor without imagining the fear his 56 inspired in opposing quarterbacks. This comprehensive reference work lists all 32 current franchises of the NFL and includes brief team histories, statistics and interesting facts. Each chapter ends with an all-time numerical roster listing the numbers 1 through 99 (in some cases beginning with 00) and everyone, from Hall-of-Famer to replacement player, who has ever worn the corresponding number for that club. Four appendices are included.


Uniform Numbers of the NFL

Uniform Numbers of the NFL

Author: John Maxymuk

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2015-02-16

Total Pages: 441

ISBN-13: 1476603987

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Football is a game of numbers--fourth and inches, the three-man rush, a two point conversion, first down. Even with the obvious numbers in the statistics, rules and game situations, the players' uniform numbers themselves have become part of professional football and its lore. NFL players, like modern-day gladiators, are fitted head-to-toe in protective gear, obscuring even their faces from their most loyal fans. They have become largely identifiable through their uniform numbers. You cannot conjure up Larry Csonka without seeing the number 39 crashing through the line of scrimmage, or recall Lawrence Taylor without imagining the fear his 56 inspired in opposing quarterbacks. This comprehensive reference work lists all 32 current franchises of the NFL and includes brief team histories, statistics and interesting facts. Each chapter ends with an all-time numerical roster listing the numbers 1 through 99 (in some cases beginning with 00) and everyone, from Hall-of-Famer to replacement player, who has ever worn the corresponding number for that club. Four appendices are included.


The Child's World Encyclopedia of the NFL.

The Child's World Encyclopedia of the NFL.

Author: James Buckley (Jr.)

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13:

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This volume, from "Hail Mary Pass" to "numbers, uniform," presents information on football's pioneers, the "inside language" of football, and football's greatest heroes.


Packers by the Numbers

Packers by the Numbers

Author: John Maxymuk

Publisher: Big Earth Publishing

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 468

ISBN-13: 9781879483903

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Numbers conjure up vivid memories in sports. If you say "3" most sports fans would think of Babe Ruth; Green Bay Packer fans would remember Tony Canadeo. If you say "75" most football fans would think of Mean Joe Green, but Packer fans would recall Forrest Gregg. This unique book features 99 chapters one keyed to each uniform number. The history of each number provides a different slice of Packer history, representing a thematic rather than chronological approach to Green Bay's rich heritage. There is no other book like this that reviews a team history by its uniform numbers. A refreshing take on a most popular team!


Bears by the Numbers

Bears by the Numbers

Author: Lew Freedman

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-09-05

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1683581040

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What do Al Campana, Frank Dempsey, Stan Wallace, Don Mullins, Gale Sayers, and Steve Trimble all have in common? They all wore number 40 for the Chicago Bears, even though more than four decades passed between the last time Campana last pulled on his jersey and the number was retired for Sayers in 1994 (along with 51 for Dick Butkus). Since the Chicago Bears first adopted uniform numbers in 1932, the team has handed out only 99 numbers to more than 1,000 players. That’s a lot of overlap. It also makes for a lot of good stories. Bears by the Numbers tells those stories for every Bear since ’32, from Red Grange to Pernell McPhee. This book lists the players alphabetically and by number; these biographies help trace the history of one of football’s oldest and most beloved teams in a new way. For Bears fans, anyone who ever wore the uniform is like family. Bears by the Numbers reintroduces readers to some of their long-lost ancestors, even those they think they already know.


Football Numerology

Football Numerology

Author: Ed Peterson

Publisher:

Published: 2013-08-08

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 9781492118329

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Numerology for the 2013 NFL and college football season.Includes both football jersey number numerology and a link to numerology for many current football players.To be used in conjunction with the book Numerology: the practical science by Ed Peterson.


NFL Football 123

NFL Football 123

Author: Brad M. Epstein

Publisher:

Published: 2015-07-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781607301479

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NFL Football 123 is the ultimate counting book for every young football fan. 1 is for one football, 2 is for two quarterbacks, 3 is for three trophies10 is for ten mascots. How many? and can you count to 10 pages add to the educational and interactive content. Toddlers will love learning their numbers and counting with all the great football symbols. Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles will enjoy sharing their memories with the next generation of football fans. The book is even shaped like a football jersey! Officially licensed by the NFL.


Right on the Numbers

Right on the Numbers

Author: Nino Frostino

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13: 1412033055

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The basic subject of the book is to justify which athlete was the Greatest to ever wear a particular number. In my research, I listed all of the possible uniform numbers 0 to 99, took the finest athletes from the four major sports (baseball, basketball, football, and hockey), and slotted them under their appropriate uniform number. For each player, I created a mini-biography detailing their finest exploits on the field-whether it was All Star nods, championships won, records held, on-field highlights etc. Basically, I created a "case" for that athlete to be considered the best to ever wear the number. Among the possible uniform numbers, I've listed nearly 850 athletes for consideration and provided the accompanying biography. At the end of eahc section, I form a debate as to the Greatest to ever wear the number and then make a selection. After the selection is posted, I then list some quotes made by or about the athlete for the reader to gain even more insight into the player. Even if the reader is not overly concerned about the choice as to the Greatest under each uniform number, the book also serves as a wonderful reference guide. If the reader is interested in finding out more about any of the listed athletes, it's easy to look up the player and find out who he played for and what he did between the white lines. In either cae, Right On the Numbers serves multiple uses and is a must have for any true sports fan.


Any Number Can Play

Any Number Can Play

Author: George Sullivan

Publisher: Millbrook Press

Published: 2000-01-01

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 9780761315575

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Includes anecdotes recounting the history and lore associated with the numbers on athletes' uniforms.


Colors

Colors

Author: Jim Finks

Publisher: Bookhouse Fulfillment

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 9781592982523

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Colors opens the locker room door and offers pro football fans a revealing look at what their favorite NFL team has worn over the years. These stories are colorfully illustrated and written by current and former NFL executives, sportswriters, and broadcasters who have covered the game for decades. From the leather helmets and crusty canvas pants of the Chicago Bears from the 1920's, to today's sleek spandex and electrifying lightning bolts of the San Diego Chargers, Colors takes you on an informative, historical and humorous look at NFL gridiron attire.