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The Football 100 (Sports series, 1)

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Book Synopsis: From The Athletic, powerhouse of sports reporting, comes the definitive story of the greatest football players of all time.It is a question that has bedeviled football fans for generations: Who's the best? Of the more than 25,000 men who have suited up during the NFL's century of existence, which ones stood head and shoulders above all others?At The Athletic, home to the best newsroom in sports, this question would become a labor of love for dozens of the best football writers on the planet, including Mike Sando and Dan Pompei. Over the course of 100 riveting profiles—each drawing upon unparalleled access and superlative storytelling to offer intimate perspective on what made the greatest players tick—these writers reveal their findings. In the process, they also uncover the history of football.In the early days of the NFL, the game bore little resemblance to the product we see today. Points were scarce, the forward pass was an exotic strategic curiosity, and most players played all 60 minutes—both sides of the ball. It was on the shoulders of the many greats who starred in the League over the last century that the game of football blossomed. Each profile in The Football 100 uses the vivid narrative storytelling for which The Athletic is known to bring to life extraordinary athletic talents, tactical geniuses who changed the way the game is played, and legendary, outsized personalities. Based on many hundreds of interviews with players, coaches, broadcasters, and others, this is a penetrating look at the greatest players to ever don cleats and pads, as well as a view from the trenches of the harsh realities of a brutal game. 100 photographs throughout the text offer testament to both the glory and the physical toll of football.Deeply reported, beautifully written, and sure to spark heated debate among football fans of all stripes, The Football 100 sets a new standard for writing about the game.

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Discover the untold stories of the greatest football players of all time with The Football 100 (Sports series, 1) Book! From the renowned sports reporting powerhouse, The Athletic, this definitive collection sheds light on the enduring debate of who truly deserves the title of the best player in NFL history. With unparalleled access and riveting storytelling, this book offers intimate perspectives on the legends that have shaped the game we know and love today.

Delving into the rich history of football, The Football 100 takes you back to the early days of the NFL when the game was a far cry from the modern spectacle we witness today. Immerse yourself in the scarce points, exotic strategies, and the iron men who played all 60 minutes on both offense and defense. Gain insight into the compelling journey that propelled football to become the global phenomenon it is today.

Written by some of the most talented football writers of our time, including Mike Sando and Dan Pompei, each profile in The Football 100 captures the essence of extraordinary athletic talents, revolutionary strategic masterminds, and larger-than-life personalities. Probing deep through countless interviews with players, coaches, and broadcasters, this book offers a penetrating look into the exhilarating triumphs and brutal realities of a game that demands sacrifice.

With 100 captivating photographs scattered throughout the text, The Football 100 allows you to relish both the glory and the physical toll that football exacts on its players. Experience the game like never before with the vivid narrative storytelling that The Athletic is renowned for, setting a new standard for writing about the sport. Prepare to engage in spirited discussions and heated debates with fellow football fans of all stripes as you immerse yourself in this game-changing collection.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through football history! Click here to secure your copy of The Football 100 (Sports series, 1) Book and join the ranks of passionate fans who yearn to unravel the secrets behind the greatest players to ever grace the gridiron.

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