african american football players

A biography of American football player Von Miller.

Former football player, astronaut, and engineer, Leland Melvin recounts his career and achieving his dream of being in space.

A biography of American football player Odell Beckham Jr.

Former football player, astronaut, and engineer, Leland Melvin recounts his career and achieving his dream of being in space.

A biography of American football player Cam Newton.

Examines the history of racial segregation and integration in professional football, looking at how NFL owners tried to ban African-Americans from the league in the 1930s and 1940s, and the discussing the breakdown of racial barriers and the legacy of Jim Crow laws.

Bringing to life the historic battle for the 1967 black-college championship between Grambling College and Florida A&M, this exciting book tells the story of two legendary coaches and two talented quarterbacks, who, together, broke the color line, revolutionizing college sports and transforming the NFL.

Examines the allegations that University of Southern California 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, Reggie Bush, violated NCAA rules and accepted large sums of money and gifts before he accepted the award.

Examines the life and career of Indianapolis Colts runningback Marshall Faulk.

Today, many of the best quarterbacks in the United States are African-American. Fifty years ago, the NFL didn't black quarterbacks a chance to play. Talented players headed north, and became stars on Canadian teams. John Danakas looks at the pioneering players who wore new team colours and helped change their sport.