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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
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English
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When Russell Wilson played for the University of Wisconsin, many people thought he was too short to be a starting quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). But he proved these doubters wrong. This Seattle Seahawks quarterback led his team to victory in his very first season, winning the 2014 Super Bowl. Football fans cheer his passing power and leadership skills.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
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Examines the life and career of Peyton Manning, a quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts, discussing his lifelong love for the game of football, his high school and college accomplishments, and his professional achievements.
3) Drew Brees
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
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English
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A brief introduction to the life and football career of Drew Brees, describing his childhood in Texas, his accomplishments with the San Diego Chargers and the New Orleans Saints, his efforts to help his team win Super Bowl XLIV, and related topics.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Many people believed NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers would quickly become a star when he joined the Green Bay Packers in 2005. But as the backup to Brett Favre, Aaron didn't get to play much during his first three seasons. When Aaron took over as starting quarterback in 2008, he showed that he belonged on the field. Aaron led his team to the...
6) Andrew Luck
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
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Presents information about the life and accomplishments of the Colts quarterback while examining notable moments in his winning season.
7) Eli Manning
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
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When Eli Manning joined the NFL after being chosen with the first pick in the 2004 draft, many people compared him to his older brother Peyton. After Eli led his New York Giants to victory in the 2007-2008 Super Bowl, people stopped wondering if he was as good as his brother. When Eli was named Super Bowl MVP and the Giants won the big game again in 2011-2012, people began comparing him to football's all-time great quarterbacks.
8) Cam Newton
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Cam Newton is the prototype of the next-generation NFL quarterback. He is a human superlative-biggest, strongest, fastest, best. As the leader of the Auburn Tigers, Cam directed his team to the 2010 National Championship. As a rookie in the NFL, Newton, AKA Superman, has torn apart the NFL record books, and he shows no signs of relenting as he storms into his second year in the league. Every football fan will want to pick up this biography to get...
10) Aaron Rodgers
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Aaron Rodgers is a standout NFL quarterback. Learn about his childhood and his rise to becoming a football superstar.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
610L
Language
English
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Jim Nasium has tried lots of sports, but the trouble is that he has always been a klutz--but this year he is determined to make a new start on the football field, so he volunteers to be the backup quarterback on his elementary school team.
12) Cam Newton
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
510L
Language
English
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"A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton. Describes his childhood, when he started playing football, and how he got to be an NFL player. Includes a fact sheet with highlighted accomplishments, table of contents, glossary, books, and websites"--
14) Tim Tebow
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
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When Tim Tebow left the University of Florida in 2010, many people didn't think he would be good enough to play quarterback in the NFL. Tim had helped the Florida Gators become national champions in 2006 and 2008, and he won the Heisman Trophy in 2007 as college football's most outstanding player. But Tim was a better runner than a passer in college, and some experts thought his style would not work in the pros. He quickly proved the doubters wrong...
15) Brett Favre
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
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Presents the life and accomplishments of the star quarterback, from his childhood in small-town Mississippi, through his college days, to his professional career with the Atlanta Falcons, the Green Bay Packers, the New York Jets, and the Minnesota Vikings.
16) Tim Tebow
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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With a combination of speed, intelligence, and a will to win that has wowed both college and pro fans, Tim Tebow is one of football's rising stars. Tebow led his college team to two NCAA Football Championships, which forever endeared him in the hearts of Gator fans. In the NFL, he was the leading man of the Denver Broncos and now he has joined the Jets. Off the field, Tebow has a rounded life, including his foundation work and his passionate beliefs....
17) Tony Romo
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has one of the most high-profile jobs in sports. As the starting quarterback for "America's team" since 2006, Tony has amassed impressive stats and wowed fans. But it wasn't always this way. Tony spent three years as the backup quarterback and had to fight to earn the starting job. Find out more about the player who rose from the Cowboys' bench to become a three-time Pro Bowl selection.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
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Robert Griffin III is one of the most exciting young quarterbacks in the National Football League (NFL). Few quarterbacks in the world have Robert's remarkable combination of running speed and strong throwing arm. In Robert's first NFL season in 2012, he led the Washington Redskins to a 10-6 record. The team made the playoffs for the first time in five years. Follow Robert's journey from his childhood living on U.S. Army bases to the top of the football...
20) Mark Sanchez
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
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New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez is one of the hottest young players in pro football. Chosen with the fifth pick in the 2009 NFL draft, Mark has only played two seasons in the league. But he has enjoyed amazing success in such a short time. Mark led his Jets to the conference championship game in both 2009 and 2010. With Mark leading the way, it seems like only a matter of time before the Jets reach the Super Bowl. Learn more about this talented...
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