Football physics : the science of the game
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references (p. 269-275) and index.

Reveals the unseen natural laws that govern football. What effect does altitude have on the flight of a kicked ball? How do Newton's laws of motion apply to blocking and tackling? Relive the game's enthralling moments and legendary feats -- Franco Harris' Immaculate Reception; Joe Montana's scrambling pass for The Catch; Dick Butkus' bone-crunching, game-saving tackles; and many more- to gain insight into the dynamics of blocking and tackling, open field running, kicking, passing, the line of scrimmage, and the role played by equipment, turf, and the decibels of sound in stadiums. Illustrated with diagrams and NFL action photos.