John Maxymuk

A readable and fresh look at the early history of the NFL; extraordinary careers expertly interwoven to create a delightful and insightful read; impeccably researched, this beautiful book deserves the broadest of audiences; for those who enjoyed The Mannings, this title might be redundant; will appeal mostly to academic audiences

This year’s annual roundup of forthcoming football titles includes historical works, autobiographies, and retrospectives on the current game. Some focus on the quarterback position, others on successful coaching programs, and one on football in pop culture.

The latest football titles reflect a little of everything from the gridiron: iconic quarterbacks such as Brett Favre and Peyton Manning, NFL racial pioneers, great teams such as the 1986 Giants, and terrible teams such as the 1976 Bucs.