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1) Andrew Luck
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Presents information about the life and accomplishments of the Colts quarterback while examining notable moments in his winning season.
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The Playmakers series introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Eli Manning: Super Bowl Hero summarizes Eli Manning 's life and career to date. Informative text examines his career highlights thus far and draws attention to his accomplishments beyond the gridiron. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO...
4) Tim Tebow
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Provides a brief introduction to the life and career of quarterback Tim Tebow.
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""It takes truly special athletes to be superstars, whether they're catching touchdowns, scoring goals, or slamming home acrobatic dunks. The Sport Superstars series takes a look at some of these legendary athletes, their origin stories, and how they have influenced their sport."- cover page 4.
6) Brett Favre
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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
10) Patrick Mahomes
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2020.
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""In 2018, Patrick Mahomes stepped onto the gridiron as the new, inexperienced quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Just twenty-two-years old at the time, football fans wondered if this young man could live up to lofty expectations. Little did they know, a star was about to be born."--Amazon.com.
11) Tom Brady
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"This title introduces readers to Tom Brady, covering his early life, career, and life off the field. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary."--Publisher's website.
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2022.
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"On August 14, 2016, NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick began a protest when he refused to stand for the national anthem. He wanted to make a statement about the oppression of people of color in the United States after he had spent a summer speaking out against police brutality. After playing professional football for six seasons, that would become Colin Kaepernick's last season in the NFL, but he would go on to become one of the most prominent activists...
13) Todd Gurley
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""It takes truly special athletes to be superstars, whether they're catching touchdowns, scoring goals, or slamming home acrobatic dunks. The Sport Superstars series takes a look at some of these legendary athletes, their origin stories, and how they have influenced their sport."- cover page 4.
15) Drew Brees
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""It takes truly special athletes to be superstars, whether they're catching touchdowns, scoring goals, or slamming home acrobatic dunks. The Sport Superstars series takes a look at some of these legendary athletes, their origin stories, and how they have influenced their sport."- cover page 4.
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2023.
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"While most athletes excel in just one sport, Jim Thorpe was different. Born in Oklahoma in 1887, he played both professional football and baseball, and ran track and field. Jim was not only a sports icon but also a trailblazer. Raised as part of the Sac and Fox tribal nation, he was the first Native American person to win an Olympic gold medal for the United States. And although his personal life was not always as successful as his career, Jim remains...
17) Tom Brady
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[2019]
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English
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"The fourth book in a middle-grade nonfiction sports series that focuses on today's superstars and up-and-comers"--
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