Football and Its Greatest PlayersMichael Anderson Anyone who has experienced the thrill of watching his or her team win on Super Bowl Sunday will recognize the exhilaration that the game of football generates. Gridiron football is a complex game that demands both tactical ability and physical skill. This enthralling volume outlines the history and rules of American football, chronicles the rise of some of its greatest players, and illustrates how the game has become such a beloved cultural phenomenon. |
Contents
PLAYING THE GAME | 21 |
THE COLLEGE GAME | 37 |
THE PROFESSIONAL GAME | 52 |
NOTABLE PLAYERS | 61 |
CONCLUSION | 83 |
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