Top five: books for Philadelphia Eagles fans

The five best books for Philadelphia Eagles fans.

The Science of Football by Will Carroll & Tyler Brooke, review

An overview of how modern football is being transformed by technology, from improved surgical techniques to virtual reality broadcasts.

The Birth of Football’s Modern 4-3 Defense, TJ Troup

A year-by-year breakdown of how the modern 4-3 defense evolved in NFL football in the 1950s.

Freezing Cold Takes by Fred Segal, review

Fred Segal offers the chance to smirk at some bad football takes - and learn some history on the way.

Paul Brown: The Man Who Invented Modern Football by George Cantor, review

Perhaps the most influential head coach of all time, Paul Brown is profiled in 10 games from his career in George Cantor's book.

It’s Better to be Feared by Seth Wickersham, review

Seth Wickersham delivers a well-written and deeply reported examination of the Belichick and Brady era in New England.

Rockin’ the Rockpile, Jeffrey Miller

Rockin' the Rockpile is a detailed overview of the Bills' AFL years.

Loser Takes All by Ed Fowler, review

An angry examination of the mismanagement of the Houston Oilers franchise and the organisation's departure for Tennessee.

The Dynasty by Jeff Benedict, review

The New England Patriots have dominated the NFL for two decades. With unprecedented access to the organisation’s key figures, Jeff Benedict examines the reasons for their success.

From Colts to Ravens by John Steadman, review

John Steadman covered Baltimore football for more than 50 years. This book shares his inside view.