Top six: books for New England Patriots fans
They are one of the most written-about teams in recent decades, but what are the best books for Patriots fans?
Top five: books for Seattle Seahawks fans
The essential reading list for Seattle Seahawks fans: official histories, 'the 12s' fan culture, Pete Carroll’s leadership tenets, and the Legion of Boom era.
Every Day is Sunday by Ken Belson, review
An examination of the NFL’s rise to power, Ken Belson's Every Day Is Sunday tells how Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell reshaped the league.
Michael Oriard: Football, violence and literature
Michael Oriard on football’s violence, artistry, and meaning - and why he still loves the game despite its unanswered concussion questions.
Brady vs Belichick by Gary Myers, review
Who mattered more to the Patriots dynasty, Brady or Belichick? Gary Myers tackles football’s great debate.
Madden & Summerall by Rich Podolsky, review
An affectionate but familiar look at the legendary NFL broadcast duo of John Madden and Pat Summerall, told by former CBS insider Rich Podolsky.
American Kings by Seth Wickersham, review
A powerful, wide-ranging portrait of the quarterback position, American Kings is essential reading for football fans and culture buffs alike.
Sanctioned Savagery by Michael Oriard, review
A history of violence in American football, Sanctioned Savagery by Michael Oriard explores the sport’s brutality and the cultural forces that shaped the game.