On a sun-filled January day, running back Terrell Davis stood atop a fire truck that slowly wound through downtown Denver during the Broncos' Super Bowl victory parade while 650,000 raucous fans were chanting "TD TD TD " It was a moment of exhilaration and accomplishment for Terrell, whose record-setting, three-touchdown performance against the Green Bay Packers earned him the Super Bowl XXXII MVP. As he waved and gave the Mile High Salute, Terrell couldn't help but think of how unbelievable it all was, how it had taken so much to get to this shining moment. "If I were to jump outside my body and get a chance to read my life story, I would say, Man, that's amazing.' I've never heard, seen, or read a story like this--never." Terrell had faced hurdles that make carrying a football seem easy in comparison. There were blinding migraine headaches that had haunted him from the age of seven and almost removed him from the Super Bowl; a capricious father, who toughened Terrell in unorthodox ways, yet helped mold him into the person and player he is today; an arrest in college that could have cost him everything he ever wanted; a contentious relationship with his head coach at the University of Georgia that made him more determined than ever. At Lincoln High School, before being switched to fullback during his senior year, Terrell was a nose guard, attracting scant attention from colleges. At Long Beach State, his college of choice, the football program folded two seasons after Terrell arrived. At Georgia, Terrell saw his stock and reputation almost irreparably damaged, all leading to him becoming the 196th player and 21st running back selected in the 1995 NFL draft. Finally, in his rookie year with the Broncos, he battled from being a sixth-string running back to starter in the span of only one summer. Not since his Pop Warner days, when he was known as "Boss Hogg," was he thought of as a go-to guy, and now, here he was, one of the NFL's top players. TD: Dreams in Motion is a candid and surprising autobiography, unlike any sports book. It takes you on a journey through Terrell's life and into his mind and heart. It explains how Terrell has been able to maintain the edge that others have lost. It spells out the origins of the Mile High Salute that became a nationally recognized sports symbol and celebration. It discusses the unique relationship he shares with his mother, a remarkable and compassionate woman. Perhaps most important, TD: Dreams in Motion is inspirational. It helps you understand why Terrell has been able to persevere while others he has known have veered off the road. Terrell will overwhelm you not with his moves on the football field, but with his words on the page. Searing and gut-wrenching, lighthearted and funny, honest and real, this is Terrell Davis's own story, the memoirs of a champion.
Terell looks good and I bought the book for the pictures. I hope his future books have lots more pictures!
Td scorces a touchdown it is a great book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
TD Dreams IN Motion is a great book. It is TD's memories in his pop wanner day's, College and NFL days. The book starts off when he plays for a pop wanner football. TD had a hard Knock life growing up. His dad was always in trouble with the law and his mom had other thing that she had to do. When his parrents split apart from each oher he was seperated from his mom except for on week ends. His dad tought his brothers and TD to be tough.Evently he played college ball but when his first collage cut the football progarm he went to gergia and played O.K. After his senior year he was drafted to the Denver Broncos and the 196 pick. He worked hard and went from 6th string to 1st string. John Elway and TD took their team to the supperbowl twice and won both of them.
Everyone should buy this book and make their kids read it!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Buy this book, read it, make your children read it and their children read it. At last a top flight sporting superstar who can truly be called a role model. Terrell's life story makes a great read and shows how hard work, determination and humility can lead a person to accompalish their goals. The football stuff makes interesting reading, covering Terrell's first season, the loss to Jacksonville and ultimately SuperBowl glory.It is the 'off-field' stories which really reveal Terrell in his true light- A Man, A hero and a Role model.
great sprots autobiography
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
In TD Dreames in Motion, Terrell Davis writes and enlightening book about his life. Terrell uses his new fame as star running back of the Dever Broncos and Super Bowl MVP to launch the story of his terbulant life. The chapters about his father, mother, and brothers help the reader understand the driving force behind Terrel Davis. Terrell shows his strong values throughout the book. He has a strong sense of family and a firm beliefe in God. Through his succes, Terrell has been able to help his mother and brothers. He bought his mother a house and helps his family finacially and emotionally. Although much of the book concentrates on family, a great deal of it shows the things that go on in the world of sports. The book follows Terrell from his childhood football team, where he gained the nickname "Boss Hogg," to his productive NFL career. Overall the book is well written and keeps the reader interested. Terrell argues his points well and shows his strength of character in his writing. All people can enjoy this book because of the interesting subject matter and the simplicity of the work. By transfering his experiences in life and in football, Terrell gives the reader a clear perspective on the subjects discussed.
enjoyable to all
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Terrell Davis could be one of the greatest running backs to play the game of football. An inside look is taken at the sports world and TD's life. The main goal TD has in writting this book is to inform the reader of growing up, his family and the sports world. Throughout the book TD shows his appreciation of his family and God. Sometimes the reader can sense some of TD's biases toward some of the things he has endured, but it can be expected in any autobiography. TD did an excellent job in writing this book. He is able to tell his story in a fashion which keeps the reader interested. When TD voices an opinion, he does a good job in backing it up. Because of TD's down to earth nature that is displayed in the book, any person can read this book and enjoy it. TD's book is enlightening and enjoyable. The reader will be drawn in by TD's touching personal stories and entertaining sports highlights. Overall the book is well written and portrays TD in a good light.
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