The Greatest Show on Turf

The Greatest Show on Turf
Author: Alex Kirby
Publisher:
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2015-11-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9781508737056

From the author of the "Every Play Revealed" series and "Speed Kills: Breaking Down the Chip Kelly Offense" comes another great look into the X's and O's of the NFL.This book takes a close look at the passing schemes and strategies that allowed the St. Louis Rams to maximize the talent at their disposal, and made them one of the most dangerous offenses of the late 90's and early 2000's. If you're a football junkie, you must read this book!

The Greatest Show on Turf

The Greatest Show on Turf
Author: Robert Mullen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2009-10
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781432744878

This book relives the best years of a proud franchise. Includes a narrative of key points through important games, player profiles, and stats. Read about Warner's rise from arena league to Super Bowl MVP, Faulk's legacy as one of the greatest running backs of all time, Holt and Bruce as the best receiving duo, and much more.

Legends: The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Football

Legends: The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Football
Author: Howard Bryant
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2015-09-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0698174143

From Lombardi's Packers through Brady and the Patriots, here is the ultimate look at the greatest sporting event in America -- the Super Bowl -- through its greatest quarterbacks, coaches, and highlight-reel plays. In the second book of the LEGENDS series, ESPN's Howard Bryant delivers THE gridiron guide to most exciting event in sports: the Super Bowl! In this day and age, the gridiron reigns supreme. Football is America's most popular sport and the NFL's star players are instant celebrities with die-hard fans who live and die with each win or loss. And our collective obsession with the game begins when we're just kids and culminates each year on what has become the equivalent of a national holiday—Super Bowl Sunday. Recounting momentous stories of football's past and present, and accompanied by iconic photos, Top Ten Lists to chew on and debate, and a Top 40-style Timeline of Key Moments, this comprehensive collection details twenty of the greatest Super Bowls in NFL history—and expands on their relevance within the larger scope of dynasties, giants of the coaching world, and marquee players making history. From the upsets to the blowouts to the nail-biting finishes, this is the perfect book for young fans eager to kick off their football schooling. “With the LEGENDS series, Howard Bryant brings to life the best that sports has to offer—the heroes, the bitter rivalries, the moments that every sports-loving kid should know.”—Mike Lupica, #1 bestselling author of Travel Team, Heat, and Fantasy League

The Best St. Louis Sports Arguments

The Best St. Louis Sports Arguments
Author: Bryan Burwell
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2007-11-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1402247982

100 great sports debates for each city—from who was the best coach to what was the best play of all time. The perfect gift for sports fans—the series that's sweeping the nation, and is already a hit in Boston, Chicago and New York. The best debates for rabid fans The Best Sports Arguments gives each city or region all the best arguments of their hometown teams, with expert answers from top sports media figures. In fact, the Best Sports Arguments series is the #1 sports debates series on the market! Why? -Each book features 100 debates, the most of any series! -Each city's book is written by authors well-known in the region, leading to fan recognition and media interest. -They make perfect gifts for sports fans of any age. -And the debates go on!

St. Louis Rams

St. Louis Rams
Author: George Castle
Publisher: ABDO Publishing Company
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2013-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 161787244X

Get your football fanatic readers into the action. Inside the NFL uses chronological narratives to tell the beginnings of the Saint Louis Rams, relate the greatest and lowest moments of the team, introduce the best players and coaches, and share other fun facts that help round out Rams' history. Mini-biographies, sidebars, fun facts, fantastic quotes, and full-color, action-packed photographs will bring the NFL to your library.

The Best Dallas - Fort Worth Sports Arguments

The Best Dallas - Fort Worth Sports Arguments
Author: Jaime Aron
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2007-10-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1402255101

100 great sports debates for each city—from who was the best coach to what was the best play of all time. The perfect gift for sports fans—the series that's sweeping the nation, and is already a hit in Boston, Chicago and New York. The best debates for rabid fans The Best Sports Arguments gives each city or region all the best arguments of their hometown teams, with expert answers from top sports media figures. In fact, the Best Sports Arguments series is the #1 sports debates series on the market! Why? --Each book features 100 debates, the most of any series! --Each city's book is written by authors well-known in the region, leading to fan recognition and media interest. --They make perfect gifts for sports fans of any age. --And the debates go on!

Great Football Trivia Challenge

Great Football Trivia Challenge
Author: Christopher Price
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 237
Release: 2024-10-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1683585003

Become an even bigger football trivia expert with these tough questions! Now with new and more difficult questions, The Great Football Trivia Challenge tests and expands your knowledge on the sport of football—covering players’ careers from Draft Day to the rookie season, the Pro Bowl, and beyond! In this collection of six hundred questions, seasoned football writer Chris Price tests your level of expertise on all things football. Some of the many questions that Price poses include: Who was the first Black head coach in the NFL? (Fritz Pollard) As of 2023, which NFL team has the most followers on Twitter/X? (New England Patriots) Jimmy Johnson's last game as a head coach of the Miami Dolphins was a 62-7 playoff loss to what team? (Jacksonville Jaguars) Who was the first woman to serve as an on-field official in a Super Bowl? (Sarah Thomas, Super Bowl LV) Who said "IF Jimmy Clausen is not a successful quarterback in the NFL, I'm done. That's it. I'm out." (Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr., on ESPN in 2010) Football stars and coaches past and present are represented, from Joe Montana to Patrick Mahomes, Cris Carter to Justin Jefferson, Tony Gonzalez to George Kittle, Chuck Noll to Mike Tomlin and everyone in between. So make sure to test your skills and challenge your friends to see who knows the most knowledgeable football fan with The Great Football Trivia Challenge!

Football Biographies for Kids

Football Biographies for Kids
Author: David Halprin
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2024-08-13
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

Touchdown! Inspiring football biographies for NFL fans ages 8 to 12 There's nothing like American football! Dive into Football Biographies for Kids and meet some of the most famous quarterbacks, tight ends, wide receivers, and kickers in history—and see what makes them so impressive. This roster of legendary NFL players shows you what it takes to be one of the greats. Legends of the league — Learn about players who changed the game, like Tom Brady, Jim Brown, and Anthony Muñoz. Key career stats — Each biography includes the player's incredible stories, stats, and career achievements. Create your fantasy team — Use the blank rosters at the back of the book to build your own lineup of players who could dominate the gridiron. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just a big fan, score big with this football book for kids.

Biggest Upsets in Sports

Biggest Upsets in Sports
Author: Ken Rappoport
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2014-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 161783923X

Sports are unpredictable. They?re wacky. They can be totally off-the-wall! This title highlights some of the most memorable tales and traditions from sports history and is brought to life with exciting detail. Informative sidebars offer even more stories. You can also find a glossary, additional resources, and more! This title is a must-read for any sports fan. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.