This book is probably one of the best books I have ever read. This real life story of Bill Romanowski (Romo), is all about Bill's life from when he was a young kid, being the runt and always told he could never do anything to becoming a NFL superstar. The dark part of the story comes after he has been in the NFL for a while and starts putting all kinds of stuff in his body (nothing illegal). By trying to stay in top physical shape he has to resort to more and more unorthodox ways of training and living. This would be a good book for a young athlete but teacher be warned there are some things you might have to go over with your student after he/she reads the book. From Bill taking all sorts of supplements to fowl language this book encompasses Bill Romanowski in the flesh. Strongly recommended for the die hard football fan. I think this is also a strong case to encourage your students to read more non-fiction. I was always turned off to non-fiction because of the preconceived notion I had developed about it. After reading this I have become more open in what I read and what I recommend.