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"From New York Times bestselling author Lars Anderson comes a revealing portrait of the first family of American sports. What the Kennedys are to politics, the Mannings are to football. Two generations have produced three NFL superstars: Archie Manning, the Ole Miss hero-turned-New Orleans Saint; his son Peyton, widely considered one of the greatest quarterbacks ever to play the game; and Peyton's younger brother, Eli, who won two Super Bowl rings...
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IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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730L
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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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"John Elway's historic moments are known by two-word phrases. Before his NFL career even started, he was at the center of the craziest play in college football history, which is simply known as 'The Play.' Before he signed a pro contract, there was 'The Trade.' His career included 'The Drive' and 'The Fumble,' and, of course, 'The Helicopter,' a play so iconic in Super Bowl lore that it's played on highlight reels every January in the lead up to the...
5) Tom Brady
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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890L
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English
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This title focuses on Tom Brady and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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950L
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"From Bart Starr to Tom Brady, read about some of football's greatest superstars. Quarterback is the most important position in sports, and these players mastered it. Explore the top 10, then make your own list"--
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Brady vs. Manning and dean of football writers - a book that explores the many interesting facets to NFL quarterbacks and their relationships with their fathers.
Tom Brady's father is an estate planner. Jim Harbaugh's father had a long career as a college coach. Archie Manning played fourteen years in the NFL and never made the playoffs, but his sons Peyton and Eli won a combined four Super Bowls. Joe...
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Get ready to defy the odds when everyone's counting you out. When the Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback went down with a torn ACL in week 14 of the 2017 NFL season, many fans--and commentators--assumed the Eagles' season was over. Instead, Nick Foles came off the bench and, against all odds, led the Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory in history. How did Nick get it done--winning MVP honors, silencing the critics, and shocking the...
11) Aaron Rodgers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A short biography about Aaron Rodgers, NFL quarterback for the Green Bay Packers.
12) Patrick Mahomes
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2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 4
Lexile measure
950L
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"The ninth book in a middle-grade nonfiction sports series that focuses on today's superstars and up-and-comers"--
13) Patrick Mahomes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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830L
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"Patrick Mahomes is the star quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs. In his first full season in the National Football League (NFL), he threw for 5,097 yards and scored 50 touchdowns. He also won the NFL Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Offensive Player of the Year awards, and this is just the beginning of his career. Read about Mahomes's workouts, and learn what he does to help his community off the field."--
15) Drew Brees
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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700L
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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.
16) Peyton Manning
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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760L
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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.
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2016.
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A candid memoir by the NFL Hall of Famer shares insights into what it takes to become an elite professional quarterback, describing his unlikely rise in sports as a devout Mormon and high-achieving student with an eidetic memory, the media pressure, his infamous confrontation with Joe Montana and the other factors that challenged his career.
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[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 23
Lexile measure
1070L
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English
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In the mighty National Football League, one player becomes the face of a franchise, one player receives all the accolades and all the blame, and one player's hand will guide the rise or fall of an entire team's season - and the dreams of millions of fans. There are thirty-two starting quarterbacks in the NFL on any given Sunday, and their lives are built around pressure, stardom, and incredible talent. Legendary bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein,...
19) Aaron Rodgers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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750L
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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...
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