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Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays

Name: Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays
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Book Synopsis: This powerfully intimate, plain-spoken memoir about fathers and sons, fortitude, and football from the face and voice of college football—Kirk Herbstreit—is not just “a window into the game, but also a peek into what makes him special: his heart” (David Shaw, head coach, Stanford University).

Kirk Herbstreit is a reflection of the sport he loves, a reflection of his football-crazed home state of Ohio, where he was a high school star and Ohio State captain, and a reflection of another Ohio State football captain thirty-two years earlier: his dad Jim, who battled Alzheimer’s disease until his death in 2016. In Out of the Pocket, Herbstreit does what his father did for him: takes you inside the locker rooms, to the practice fields, to the meeting rooms, to the stadiums.

Herbstreit describes how a combination of hard work, perseverance, and a little luck landed him on the set of ESPN’s iconic College GameDay show, surrounded by tens of thousands of fans who treat their Saturdays like a football Mardi Gras. He takes you into the television production meetings, on to the GameDay set, and into the broadcast booth. You’ll live his life during a football season, see the things he sees, experience every chaotic twist and turn as the year unfolds. Not to mention the relationships he’s established and the insights he’s learned from the likes of coaches and players such as Nick Saban, Tim Tebow, Dabo Swinney, and Peyton Manning, as well as his colleagues, including Chris Fowler, Rece Davis, and his “second dad,” the beloved Coach Lee Corso.

Yes, Kirk Herbstreit is the undeniable face and voice of college football—but he’s also a survivor. He’s the quiet kid who withstood the collapse of his parents’ marriage. The boy who endured too many overbearing stepdads and stepmoms. The painfully shy student who always chose the last desk in the last row of the classroom. The young man who persevered through a frustrating Ohio State playing career. The new college graduate who turned down a lucrative sales job after college to pursue a “no way you’ll make it” dream career in broadcasting.

Inspiring and powerful, Out of the Pocket “proves the importance of perseverance and family” (Peyton Manning).

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In the world of college football, there's one voice that stands above the rest. Kirk Herbstreit, the face of the game, takes you on a journey like no other in his memoir, Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays.

Get ready to dive deep into the heart of the sport and the man behind the microphone. Through his captivating storytelling, Kirk opens up about his Ohio roots and the impact his father had on his life. Witness the raw emotions, the triumphs, and the struggles as he takes you from high school stardom to becoming a legend on the set of ESPN's College GameDay.

This isn't just a book about football—it's a testament to the power of resilience and the bond between fathers and sons. Kirk's intimate narrative will leave you inspired and moved—reminding you that no matter the obstacles, you can achieve greatness.

Step into the shoes of Kirk Herbstreit and experience the exhilaration of a football season like never before. With Out of the Pocket, you'll join Kirk in the locker rooms, practice fields, and meeting rooms. Feel the energy of tens of thousands of fans on game days, transforming Saturdays into a football Mardi Gras.

But it's not just about the games. Kirk takes you behind the scenes of the production meetings, onto the famous College GameDay set, and even into the broadcast booth. You'll gain exclusive insights from some of the biggest names in the sport, including Nick Saban, Tim Tebow, and Dabo Swinney.

Immerse yourself in the chaotic world of college football and accompany Kirk on a rollercoaster ride through a season unlike any other. This is your chance to experience the passion, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments that make college football a religion for millions.

Kirk Herbstreit isn't just a commentator. He's a survivor and an inspiration to us all. In Out of the Pocket, he shares a deeply personal story of overcoming adversity and chasing his dreams against all odds.

From enduring the collapse of his parents' marriage to navigating the challenges of a tumultuous Ohio State playing career, Kirk's resilience shines through. He defied expectations by choosing a career path that many deemed impossible and became a beloved figure in the world of sports broadcasting.

Through his remarkable journey, Kirk reminds us of the power of perseverance and the importance of family. Join him on an unforgettable ride that will leave you motivated, uplifted, and ready to tackle any obstacles that come your way.

Unlock the captivating world of college football through the eyes of Kirk Herbstreit. Grab a copy of Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays and experience the triumphs, the setbacks, and the unrivaled passion that define the sport.

Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of college game days, gain exclusive access to the inner workings of ESPN's College GameDay, and be inspired by Kirk's resilience and determination.

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