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- ISBN-10: 0470261722
- ISBN-13: 978-0470261729
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Get in on all the play–by–play action of professional and college football. Eight–time Pro Bowl defensive end, award–winning TV commentator, and action–adventure movie star Howie Long takes you into the huddle and onto the playing field with Football For Dummies, a complete look at all the plays, positions, and penalties of the game, along with plenty of game–day insight and playing–field strategies.
Baseball may be America′s favorite pastime, says Howie, but football is America′s passion. From the first kickoff of the preseason to the final seconds of the Super Bowl, you′ll have a greater understanding of the game after you′ve read Football For Dummies. From the basics of the game (Are footballs really covered with pigskin? And what′s a gridiron," anyway?) to offensive and defensive plays, armchair quarterbacks, and the art of staying fit, Long tells all. Plus, check out Howie′s Part of Tens, with his hits on the ten greatest coaches, offensive and defensive players, and teams of all time –– along with a "Dream Team" roster and complete "Football Speak" glossary. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"Howie’s book has got it all!"
—Jimmy Johnson, former head coach, Miami Dolphins
—Jimmy Johnson, former head coach, Miami Dolphins
Updated to cover new teams, stadiums, and players
The ultimate fan’s guide to football – whether you’re a player or spectator
Want to know more about football? Tackle the game with Howie Long as he delivers the complete scoop on rules, regulations, plays, positions, penalties, and more! Stay on the ball with expert advice on training, conditioning, and equipment, and meet today’s hottest players and coaches. You’ll decipher the Xs and Os with diagrams that make it a snap!
Praise for Football For Dummies
"Howie’s passion and enthusiasm for football come through on every page."
–John Elway, former quarterback, Denver Broncos
"[Howie’s] knowledge and insight into the game of football ring through loud and clear!"
–Boomer Esiason, former All–Star quarterback and NFL Commentator
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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Very entertaining and interesting - like a load of people in UK I watch NFL and have a basic grasp of the idea and rules of the game - I bought this book to enjoy watching more - it is perfect for this - this book takes you from the basics up to advanced strategies and plays without ever feeling a chore. This is the only book I've ever felt the need to recommend. Very, very good.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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I have just recently taken an interest in American Football. I found the game enjoyable but from time to time something would happen on the field and I didn't understand the reason behind the decision. I read the reviews for this book on Amazon.com. I have to say that this really is a great place to start for people that don't understand the rules and regulations behind the game. I now find myself watching and anticipating plays as the players line up. This book looks in detail at what each player is meant to be doing, and when.
This book teaches the basics of the game without being patronising, it is a fantastic book that I am so glad I bought.
This book teaches the basics of the game without being patronising, it is a fantastic book that I am so glad I bought.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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This is a great book for people who want to learn more about football.
Though I already knew a considerable ammount about the game this book is an excellent point of reference and is great for explaining football to friends and relatives who aren't so knowlegable. And it was full of little humourous anecdotes and facts about the sport. The author has a pretty entertaining take on things too, which makes it a good choice especially for those new to football.
I'd recomment it to anyone interested in the sport, not just dummmies.
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Easy and Understandable
I bought this book in order to improve my knowledge in NFL. I know a fair amount of the basics but while watching the games on TV some of the stuff I didn't understand. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ian
Howie Long is hard to beat!
I bought this book for my father-in-law in UK who knows nothing about American football and wanted to learn. Read more
Published 7 months ago by hotrainer
very informative
I only really got into American Football in the past year, having 'dabbled' in the past, and bought this to help further my knowledge. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mr. I. A. Francis
Great
This book gives you all the information you'll need on American Football, I'd recommend it to anybody, even the seasoned players/fans who just want a refresher. Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2010 by Half Back
an excellent but sometimes flawed intro for beginners and the...
This is a good book for newbies, and also for people who already know a thing or two about the game. Unfortunately it is also pretty flawed. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2008 by J. Powell
This Book is the best guide to the nfl.
This book was a very good one. It had everything in it. If you wanted to find a bit on information fast, this is a book where you can do it.
Published on 20 Feb 1999
This Book is the best guide to the nfl.
This book was a very good one. It had everything in it. If you wanted to find a bit on information fast, this is a book where you can do it.
Published on 20 Feb 1999
Very Very Helpful and easy to comprehend....
Bought this for a Christmas Gift and I haven't put it down yet. I have learned a great deal and it makes watching the game sooo much better when you know what everyone is... Read more
Published on 7 Dec 1998
Great resource for any football fan!
Previously having only a basic understanding, "Football for Dummies" significantly enhanced my knowledge of the game. Read more
Published on 16 Nov 1998
Helps you learn more about the game
As a former football player and sportswriter, I thought I knew all about the game of football. But Howie Long and the others in this book spelled out many aspects of the game... Read more
Published on 16 Oct 1998
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