| Descript |
xi, 247 pages : black and white illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Note |
Nonfiction. |
| Bibliog. |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 213-242) and index. |
| Contents |
Misery, draft and trades -- Potential amidst early injuries -- Statement wins -- A vital comeback -- A predictable slump -- Losing a coach, gaining a perspective -- A team in every sense -- The late-season drive for victory -- The Pack is back -- Losing too soon -- Proud to be a Packer -- A legacy remembered. |
| Summary |
"The 1972 Green Bay Packers were not expected to challenge for a playoff spot, or even to top their four victories from the season before. The team lacked bona fide superstars. But the players were an eclectic group of over-achievers, 20 of whom were brand new to the team. Despite disheartening decisions by a questionable head coach, they gelled almost immediately and by season's end became the only Packers team throughout the 1970s to earn a division title. How they succeeded beyond all expectations is one of the great stories in pro football history"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Subject |
Green Bay Packers (Football team) -- History.
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Football players -- Wisconsin -- Green Bay -- History.
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| Alt Author |
Holmgren, Mike, 1948- writer of foreword.
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| ISBN/ISSN |
1476674248 (paperback) |
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9781476674247 (paperback) |
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