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Boots on the Ground by Dusk: My Tribute to Pat Tillman
by Mary Tillman  Publisher Comments On April 22, 2004, Lieutenant David Uthlaut received orders from Khost, Afghanistan, that his platoon was to leave the town of Magarah and "have boots on the ground before dark" in Manah, a small village on the border of Pakistan. It was an order the...
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Giant: The Road to the Super Bowl
by Plaxico Burress Synopsis In this candid, straight-talking autobiography, Burress offers the inside story of the New York Giants' incredible run to their Super Bowl victory....
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Tiki: My Life in the Game and Beyond
by Tiki Barber Publisher Comments Tiki Barber, former running back for the New York Giants and current Today show correspondent, has seemingly led a charmed life. Whether on the field or in front of the camera, the Smiling Giant makes everything look easy. But it has taken a lot of...
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Wins, Losses, and Lessons: An Autobiography
by Lou Holtz Publisher Comments "When I die and people realize that I will not be resurrected in three days, they will forget me. That is the way it should be. For reasons known only to God, I was asked to write an autobiography. Most people who knew me growing up didn't think I would...
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When Pride Still Mattered: A Life of Vince Lombardi
by David Maraniss Publisher Comments When Pride Still Mattered is the quintessential story of the American family: how Vince Lombardi, the son of an immigrant Italian butcher, rose to the top, and how his character and will to prevail transformed him, his wife, his children, his players...
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Out of Their League
by Dave Meggyesy Publisher Comments Dave Meggyesy had been an outside linebacker with the St. Louis Cardinals for seven years when he quit at the height of his career to tell about the dehumanizing side of the game--about the fraud and the payoffs, the racism, drug abuse, and incredible...
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Quiet Strength: The Principles, Practices, and Priorities of a Winning Life
by Tony Dungy Publisher Comments In this inspiring and reflective memoir, Dungy, the first African-American coach to win a Super Bowl title, tells the story of a life lived for God and family--and challenges readers to redefine their ideas of what it means to succeed....
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Education of a Coach (05 Edition)
by Halberstam Publisher Comments Bill Belichick's 31 years in the NFL have been marked by amazing success - first in Cleveland, then with the Giants, and most recently, his two out of the last three Super Bowl wins with the New England Patriots have made him second to only Vince...
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Brett Favre: A Packer Fan's Tribute
by Tom Kertscher Publisher Comments Brett Favre is one of the most popular athletes in America, in all sports and his jersey is the sixth all-time bestseller in league history, according to NFL.com. This revised and expanded edition of "Brett Favre: A Packer Fan's Tribute" is a fitting...
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When Pride Still Mattered: A Life of Vince Lombardi
by David Maraniss Publisher Comments More than any other sports figure, Vince Lombardi transformed football into a metaphor of the American experience. The son of an Italian immigrant butcher, Lombardi toiled for twenty frustrating years as a high school coach and then as an assistant at...
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Just Give Me the Damn Ball!: The Fast Times and Hard Knocks of an NFL Rookie
by Keyshawn Johnson Publisher Comments In a fascinating, behind-the-scenes, no-holds-barred autobiography, college football sensation Keyshawn Johnson, presumed savior of the New York Jets, offers a candid look at his life on the field and his rookie season in the NFL. Wide receiver Keyshawn...
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Breaking Free: My Life with Dissociative Identity Disorder
by Herschel Walker Publisher Comments The NFL legend and Heisman Trophy winner shares the inspiring story of his life and diagnosis with dissociative identity disorder. Herschel Walker is widely regarded as one of football's greatest running backs. He led the University of Georgia to victory...
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Johnny U: The Life and Times of John Unitas
by Tom Callahan Publisher Comments This surprising, interview-rich account of the career of Johnny Unitas--the ultimate NFL quarterback--explores an era in football when the players were drawn to the gridiron by a love of the game....
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Patriot Reign: Bill Belichick, the Coaches, and the Players Who Built a Champion
by Michael Holley Publisher Comments Sports columnist Holley now offers the first ever inside look at one of the best coaches in football today--Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots--and his football philosophy, his principles, his work ethic, and, above all, his genius....
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All Things Being Equal: The Autobiography of Lenny Moore
by Lenny Moore Publisher Comments In his complete autobiography, All Things Being Equal, Hall of Fame running back Lenny Moore shares his entire story. Moore recounts many fascinating life experiences, beginning with his upbringing in a blue-collar family of ten in Reading, Pennsylvania....
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Do You Love Football?!: Winning with Heart, Passion, and Not Much Sleep
by Jon Gruden Publisher Comments When Jon Gruden asks his Tampa Bay Bucs “Do you love football?” it’s to remind them why they pull on their shoulder pads every Sunday morning. It’s not about the money or the fame—it’s about their passion for football. And...
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A Fire to Win: The Life and Times of Woody Hayes
by John Lombardo Publisher Comments Woody Hayes was one of the greatest football coaches in history---and one of the most fascinating. More than a brilliant coach, he was a complicated, contradictory man. The former history teacher ran his football empire as an absolute monarchy, but had a...
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Smash-Mouth: Elvin Bethea's Journey from Trenton to Canton
by Elvin Bethea Publisher Comments Smash-mouth football was just another day at the office during the heyday of professional football in the 1960s and 1970s. Elvin Bethea began his pro career with the Houston Oilers of the AFL in 1968 when the upstart league was filled with colorful...
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Strive to Excel: The Will and Wisdom of Vince Lombardi
by Jennifer Briggs Synopsis In the 25 years since his death, Coach Vince Lombardi has continued to be known for his ability to motivate and inspire those around him. This book brings together the best of the hundreds of Lombardi quotations and insights that have challenged many on...
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Tarnished Heisman: Did Reggie Bush Turn His Final College Season Into a Six-Figure Job?
by Ron Yaeger Publisher Comments "In order that there will be no misunderstandingregarding the eligibility of a candidate,the recipient of the award must be a bona fidestudent of an accredited university.The recipient must be in compliance with thebylaws defining an NCAA student...
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