A Football Life

A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of one of the NFL's most intriguing coaches, Bill Belichick, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories. Part 1 of 2.

A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of one of the NFL's most intriguing coaches, Bill Belichick, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories. Part 2 of 2.

A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the lives and relationship of NFL Defensive Linemen, Reggie White and Jerome Brown, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

A look at Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, whose inspiration and leadership not only has a profound effect on his teammates, but also, his coaches.

Profile of Giants Head Coach Tom Coughlin, who has brought two Super Bowl championships to the “Big Apple” in the past five years.

The life and times of Mean Joe Greene, foundation of the Steel Curtain and the first Pittsburgh Steeler to have his number retired in 50 years.

The inspiring story of Brandon Marshall, who has become the national face of borderline personality disorder and one of the NFL's best wide receivers.

The life and death of the Washington Redskins late, beloved all-pro safety Sean Taylor.

The story of Christian Okoye, football's Nigerian Nightmare, who left an indelible impression on the game and his opponents.

The rise, fall, and redemption of Dexter Manley, one of the most dominant and beloved players in Washington history. Known as the "Secretary of Defense," he was functionally illiterate and became addicted to drugs.

A profile of running back Jerome Bettis, who went from Detroit to Notre Dame, Los Angeles to Pittsburgh and finally to the Hall of Fame in Canton.

The inspiring story of Curtis Martin, who rose from the streets of Pittsburgh to become a Hall of Fame running back.

One of football’s greatest safeties and one of its most controversial players remains a vital and passionate voice of the game.

The unpredictable life of the endzone dancing, trash talking, name-changing receiver who was "always open".

The singular talent and legacy of Hall of Famer Dan Marino, The Quarterback’s Quarterback.

Emmitt Smith makes an indelible impact on the game of football and builds a case as the greatest running back of all time by breaking one of the NFL’s hallowed records and making everyone around him better.

The many football lives of Raiders Hall of Fame coach, broadcaster, commercial star and video game pioneer John Madden.

The golden boy with the golden arm won the Heisman Trophy at USC and was the first overall pick in the 2003 NFL draft. In the NFL, he endured two torn ACLs, two trades, and one very public disagreement with an owner. But he still managed a 15-year career, and currently ranks 12th all-time in passing yards and touchdown passes.

L.T. has been in the spotlight from the moment he stepped into the NFL, and as destructive as he was on the field as one of the best defensive players of all time, he may have been more destructive to himself off the field. Through three decades of interviews, Taylor gives raw, unfiltered, honest answers about the highest and lowest points in a triumphant and tumultuous football life.

The story of how a perfectionist with a love for sports went from small-town Wisconsin to become the face of America's Team for nearly a decade.

A Hall of Famer who won four Super Bowls as the Steelers quarterback and still enjoys his football life today after 35 years as a television analyst.

He described himself as the worst player on his youth football team, but he became the NFL's all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards by a tight end, and a first ballot Hall of Famer.

He was the heart of the 49ers dynasty. An intimidating enforcer who became the prototype for defensive backs earning four Super Bowl rings and a gold jacket.

DeMarcus Ware's presence on the field was remarkable. This week, “A Football Life” tells the story of this Hall of Famer’s legendary career.