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Summary: Fills in the gaps
Review: Been a Denver Broncos football fan for 25 years but had never really learned or played the game. Learned a lot from watching the games and figured out a lot of the game by myself. But this book did a terrific job of filling in the gaps in my (limited) knowledge and explained just about all the terms I heard announcers use that aren't really explained. For example, I really didn't have a clue what the "West Coast Offense" was until I read this book. The short historical section, although necessarily incomplete, was fascinating.With my new knowledge, I can't wait for the season to start. If you "kind of know" football, but want a deeper understanding, then read this book!
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Summary: Fills in the gaps
Review: Been a Denver Broncos football fan for 25 years but had never really learned or played the game. Learned a lot from watching the games and figured out a lot of the game by myself. But this book did a terrific job of filling in the gaps in my (limited) knowledge and explained just about all the terms I heard announcers use that aren't really explained. For example, I really didn't have a clue what the "West Coast Offense" was until I read this book. The short historical section, although necessarily incomplete, was fascinating. With my new knowledge, I can't wait for the season to start. If you "kind of know" football, but want a deeper understanding, then read this book!
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Summary: Save your money on this one: PASS IT UP !
Review: Even though I've been watching football (on TV and in person) for a couple of decades, I knew there was a lot I didn't understand. Never having played the game above the playground level, I never really learned the roles of different positions, and didn't understand the depth of planning that goes into designing an offense and defense. Theisman and his co-writer Brian Tracy certainly know both the big picture and the intimate details of football. They've also found a clear writing style and organization with which to make their presentation. From the very basic rules of the game to more complex dissertations on players' roles, play construction and coaching strategies, the authors provide concise, useful information. Theisman's asides about players and game history provide good context and will enhance your appreciation of games that you watch. Football experts may not glean much from this book, but even those who've played (or play) the game may find it useful to read up on other positions and areas. Those who are new to the game or just passing fans will find this to be very educational.
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Summary: Complete guide to exellent
Review: Joe Theismann a former Q.B for Notre Dame and Washington Redskins and now a espn commentator knows everything about football. He uses his skills in football and writes about it. He talks about everything from what a touchdown is to five parts of coverage. This book is exellent for idiots all the way to heisman.
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Summary: Complete idiots guide to excellent
Review: This a great book for every one from begginer to heisman. Joe Theismann a former Q.B for Notre Dame and the Washington Redskins and now an e.s.p.n. commentator knows everthing about football. He explains everything from what is a touchdown to five parts of coverage.
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