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Comprised of all-new, exclusive interviews with Jets players, head coaches, and those closest to the organization, Sack Exchange is not only an eye-opening account of the Jets from this time, but also of the National Football League as a whole.
The New York Sack Exchange was the nickname given to the New York Jets defensive line of the early 1980s, consisting of Mark Gastineau, Joe Klecko, Marty Lyons, and Abdul Salaam.
Examined are such topics...
2) Leatherheads
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Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2008
Edition
Widescreen [ed.]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (114 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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Dodge Connolly is a charming, brash football hero. He is determined to guide his team from bar brawls to packed stadiums. But after the players lose their sponsor and the entire league faces certain collapse, Dodge convinces a college football star to join his team. Dodge hopes his latest move will help the struggling sport finally capture the country's attention. Added to the team is Carter Rutherford, America's favorite son. Carter has dashing good...
3) Ten-Gallon War: The NFL's Cowboys, the AFL's Texans, and the Feud for Dallas's Pro Football Future
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In the 1960s, on the heels of the "Greatest Game Ever Played," professional football began to flourish across the country-except in Texas, where college football was still the only game in town. But in an unlikely series of events, two young oil tycoons started their own professional football franchises in Dallas the very same year: the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, and, as part of a new upstart league designed to thwart the NFL's hold on the game, the Dallas...
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Sports Illustrated, the most respected voice in sports journalism, has covered the National Football League for over seven decades, documenting its heroes, villains, great characters, and iconic moments. A wide-ranging portrait of America's game, this anthology features the best pro football writing from the SI archives by nationally renowned journalists including George Plimpton, Frank Deford, Rick Reilly, and Paul Zimmerman.
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"Considered the bible of scouting techniques" according to the Los Angeles Times, Football Scouting Methods explains the basic scouting strategies and insights of author Steve Belichick. He was widely viewed as the ablest football scout of his time and coached at the U.S. Naval Academy for 33 years; his son is New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, a three-time Super Bowl winner. When Steve Belichick died in November 2005, the New York Times headline...
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Fully revised and updated!My First Book of Football, a Rookie Book from Sports Illustrated Kids, coaches young kids through the game of football with a visual retelling of an actual NFL game--from the nail-biting coin toss to the exhilarating winning touchdown! Rules, plays, and basics of the game are all explained using a fun mix of Sports Illustrated action photography, simple text with engaging graphics, and a full glossary of essential terms and...
8) That First Season: How Vince Lombardi Took the Worst Team in the NFL and Set It on the Path to Glory
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The story of a team, a town, and a leader: Vince Lombardi's first year as head coach of the Green Bay Packers, and how he turned them into a powerhouse. The once-vaunted Green Bay Packers were a laughingstock by the late 1950s. They hadn't fielded a winning team in more than a decade, and were close to losing their franchise to another city. They were in desperate need of a savior-and he arrived in a wood-paneled station wagon in the dead of winter...
9) NFL (NFL)
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Haitian
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Learn all about the National Football League. Discover fascinating facts, from record-breaking stars to winning teams and important positions.
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English
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For the fans who bleed aqua and orange: the bestselling history of the first 50 years of Dolphins football from the Miami Herald sports columnist. Take a trip down memory lane, Dolfans. The Perfect Season. Dan Marino. The "clock" play. Don Shula. The hook and lateral. Larry Csonka. Beating the '85 Bears. The No-Name Defense. The Marks Brothers. The Killer B's. Garo's kick winning the longest playoff game. Paul Warfield, Larry Little and the rest of...
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Eyes on the ball for the main goal is a sport based motivation book which seeks to encourage the youths and everyone else to have focus, be diligent and be responsible citizens. Knowledge is like an extra-large pizza we share the slices. In this book I decided to share the lessons that I have learnt from coaching sports, I believe this can be useful especially on the side of Youth Education through sports.
It is sad to note that every time we...
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⚽ The Perfect Gift for EVERY Football Fan ⚽
Are you ready to unleash your inner football superstar?
Introducing "BE THE G.O.A.T. - A Pick Your Own Football Destiny Adventure," a thrilling adventure book tailored for young readers aged 9 to 13. With its immersive "Choose Your Own Adventure" experience, you'll step into the boots of the legendary Lionel Messi and shape your soccer destiny with every turn of the page.
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13) Subcampeón
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Español
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Con diecinueve años, Zuhaitz Gurrutxaga cumplió el sueño de su vida: debutar con la Real Sociedad en Primera División. La perla de la cantera guipuzcoana cautivó a los aficionados y a la prensa, pero empezó a sentir cada vez más presión: «Tenía mucho miedo a fallar en el campo. Llegué a odiar el fútbol por todo lo que me hacía sufrir». Una noche de verano se le voló la cabeza y creyó que se había vuelto loco para siempre. No tenía...
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English
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An essential and improbable football story that crosses continents, cultures, and sports Christian Okoye never dreamed of playing football. He passed hours playing soccer each day in Enugu, Nigeria, until he outgrew the sport- physically. His focus shifted to track and field, honing an elite talent for discus throw that brought him to Azuza Pacific University in California. Only when those Olympic dreams were inexplicably dashed did he...
15) Scorebirds
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English
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The Forest Hill Falcons are a lousy football team. They've never even scored a point…ever. When new star football player Vid Ruxley scores a touchdown, something happens. Birds, living in the scoreboard, come out and attack everyone--players, fans, coaches! Before long, birds have taken over the entire football field. Only bird whisperer Plim Wilson knows what to do. But is it too late? Designed for Striving Readers.
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Touchdown! Inspiring football biographies for young NFL fans ages 8 to 12
Do you know which legendary quarterback was drafted as an MLB catcher? Or which non-quarterback has thrown the most touchdowns? Football Biographies for Kids is filled with awesome stories and must-know NFL stats of some of the best players in NFL history.
• Inspiring NFL biographies-From the unstoppable Jim Brown to the defensive powerhouse Deion Sanders, learn about the...
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Are you ready to step into the world of football betting like never before? Betting Pro 2.0: How To Win Every Football Bet, All The Time is your definitive guide to transforming from an average bettor into an expert Betting Pro 2.0. Unveil the strategies that not only promise consistent success but also empower you with the wisdom to navigate the complexities of the betting landscape. From mastering football betting strategies to utilizing advanced...
19) Jürgen Klopp
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English
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Part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Jürgen Klopp tells the inspiring story of one of soccer's greatest managers and leaders.
20) Slugfest
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Pub. Date
2024
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 9
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English
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"Forced to take Physical Education Equivalency, aka "Slugfest," in summer school so he can maintain his star spot on the JV football team, Yash recruits his fellow PE rejects to train with him and pass this course, an endeavor that turns into a summer he'll never forget"--
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