Big Game: The NFL in Dangerous Times

"The Big Game: The NFL in Dangerous Times" is a captivating (and sometimes hilarious) exploration of America's football obsession. Mr. Leibovich wrote magnificently as he plunged into the murky waters of our love-hate relationship with the sport. From tackling the hard hits of CTE to the steep physical costs and the glorification of jock culture, this book fearlessly confronts the dark side of America’s favorite sport. It pulls back the curtain on the NFL's billion-dollar empire, where cash and patriotism dance, often leaving player safety sidelined. Leibovich unveils the league's spin tactics with a sharp eye for detail, revealing a game more about image than integrity. While it's a brilliant critique on NFL shenanigans, it also serves as a reminder that, sometimes, sports can be the ultimate distraction from life's more profound problems.