Football's Era of Defense (1995-2004)

From the first Super Bowl in 1967 to those of the modern era, NFL teams have been making their mark in this prestigious championship game. Middle-grade readers will witness the memorable Super Bowl performances of their favorite NFL teams in these photo-driven narratives. Thrilling text and vivid photos capture football action through the years, highlighting Super Bowl games, football superstars, and legendary moments that defined the sport. Sidebars feature star NFL players and important milestones in Super Bowl history. Includes index. Football's Era of Defense (1995-2004) is packed with rich history and legendary names. Defenses ruled the gridiron with superstars like Reggie White, Michael Strahan, Ed Reed, and Warren Sapp. San Francisco and Dallas fought epic defensive battles. Tampa Bay's devastating defense created the blueprint for what is possible. Baltimore formed one of the most feared units in the NFL. Fast-paced text and dramatic action shots introduce middle-grade readers to ten Super Bowls, zooming in on the teams, venues, fans, and the games, plus information about the great defensive players on many Super Bowl teams and the ways defense dominated this era.