The quarterback: the American equivalent of royalty. Long before the Super Bowl trophies, massive contracts, brand deals, and millions of social media followers comes the dream. From high school to college, from the NFL to the Hall of Fame, becoming the country's ultimate idol requires single-minded focus while navigating a maze of bad breaks, insecurities, jealousy, pressure, and fame. As an inside look into a uniquely American job and a uniquely American obsession with football, American Kings is a must-read for football fans and anyone who wants to understand what the price of ambition tells us about the quest for achievement and status.
