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Win one for The Gipper. Has there ever been a better-known and widely-used exhortative phrase in sports? Not likely. But who was the "Gipper", this mythical-like sports figure whose nickname has aroused, in turn, awe, wonderment, curiosity, and amusement since the second decade of the 20th century, and why is his story important? Answering those questions is the formidable task taken on here by veteran sportswriter Jack Cavanaugh.

Founded in 1960, the Denver Broncos took 13 years to achieve their first winning season. But since then, this indomitable team has catapulted to excellence. In this newly revised edition of Game of My Life - Denver Broncos, fans of past and present will relive the greatest moments of Mile High football through the eyes of the players themselves. Floyd Little shares the pride and joy of scoring a touchdown in his last game as a Bronco, and John Elway describes the glory of leading the Broncos to their first Super Bowl victory in 1998....

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. If you're reading this, then you must be a fan of Cristiano, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Cristiano is considered to be one of the greatest football players ever, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him compete throughout his career.

In Russell Wilson: The Inspiring Story of One of Football's Greatest Quarterbacks, you'll hear about the inspirational story of football's star, Russell Wilson. This short unauthorized biography of Russell Wilson highlights the greatest moments of his career. Russell Wilson may have recently entered the NFL, but his impact on the Seattle Seahawks' franchise was immediate. In just his early 20s, Wilson is already a Super Bowl Champion, a feat very few quarterbacks can ever say they've accomplished.

'A book about humanity as much as sport. It’s like sitting at the kitchen table with your best mate and he’s pouring his heart out – about his life, his loss, his triumphs and his faults … and the love that got him through. Honest, generous, and most of all, courageous.' Markus Zusak...

As a two-time Super Bowl champion, three-time Pro-Bowler, first-round draft pick, and former Jim Thorpe Award recipient, Malcolm Jenkins knows a thing or two about winning. Over the course of his thirteen-year NFL career, the now retired defensive back’s triumphs extend beyond that on the...

From the star of Bravo’s hit reality show Below Deck comes Running Against the Tide, the “Stud of the Sea’s” first-ever memoir recounting his journey from landlocked Saginaw, Michigan to the high seas, where he has spent more than twenty-five years as a superyacht captain. The cast...

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of soccer superstar Lionel Messi. If you're listening to this then you must be a fan of Lionel, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Lionel is considered to be one of the greatest soccer players ever, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him compete throughout his career. This book will reveal to you much about Lionel's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career.

The pitch went like this: Chris Butler, a retired cop, ran a private investigator firm in Concord, California. His business had a fascinating angle - his firm was staffed entirely by soccer moms. In fact, Butler employed PI Super Moms: attractive, organized, smart, and trained in investigative techniques, self-defense, and weaponry. This American Life host Ira Glass described them as "MILF: Charlie's Angels." When this story came across Pete Crooks's desk when he was working at Diablo magazine in 2010, he was instantly hooked.

In Dak Prescott: The Inspiring Story of One of Football’s Top Quarterbacks, you'll learn the inspirational story of one of football's star quarterbacks, Dak Prescott. Since taking over the starting spot from Tony Romo, Prescott has impressed football fans everywhere. In his rookie season, he helped the Cowboys secure a top seed in their conference and set several rookie quarterback records.

There was never a player quite like Dudley before he came and there will surely never be another one. He was the most versatile player in football history, college and pro. An NFL team today suits up eight men to play the positions Bill played by himself in a single season. He won the only Quadruple Crown in NFL history, leading the league in rushing, punt returns, interceptions, and lateral passes in 1946. He also won the NFL MVP award in 1946 with the Pittsburgh Steelers, even though he played in the NFL at five-foot 10, 175 pounds.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Tom Brady. If you're reading this, then you must be a Tom Brady fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Tom Brady is considered as one of the greatest football players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career. This book will reveal to you much about Tom Brady's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career.

What was Elvis like in those early Army Days? The question I get most is 'what was he like?' It's hard to give a blanket answer because I knew the 22-year-old version of what everyone else sees in the media and those tell all books. We were kids, clowning around having fun, playing football, chasing girls. I didn't know him in his turbulent years or have exposure to any prescription pill use or so-called mood swings. I only knew the young, very funny, unvarnished version of him. Hopefully the stories in this book shed more light on what he was really like.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Russell Wilson. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Russell Wilson is considered as one of the greatest new generation football players in the world and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his early career. This book will reveal to you much about Russell Wilson's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Aaron Rodgers. If you're reading this, then you must be a Aaron Rodgers fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Aaron Rodgers is considered as one of the greatest football players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Andrew Luck. If you're reading this, then you must be an Andrew Luck fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Andrew is considered as one of the greatest new generation football players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his early career.

Aaron Rodgers is one of the most celebrated quarterbacks in the NFL today. Most fans are aware of his NFL origins as a backup to Brett Favre and his 2010 Super Bowl MVP, but in order to truly understand Aaron Rodgers, you must first understand where he came from. Aaron Rodgers: An Unauthorized Biography explores Rodgers' upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through his 2012 playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers and his $110 million contract extension.

Discover the inspirational story of football superstar Calvin Johnson! You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Calvin Johnson. If you're listening to this then you must be a Calvin Johnson fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Calvin Johnson is considered as one of the greatest football players in the world and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career. This book will reveal to you much about Calvin Johnson's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career. If you want to learn more about Calvin Johnson, then this book is for you. It will reveal to you many things that you did not know about this incredible football star!

Discover the inspirational story of football superstar Colin Kaepernick! You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar Colin Kaepernick. If you're listening to this then you must be a Colin Kaepernick fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Colin Kaepernick is considered as one of the greatest football players in the world and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career. This book will reveal to you much about Colin Kaepernick's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career. If you want to learn more about Colin Kaepernick, then this book is for you. It will reveal to you many things that you did not know about this incredible football star!