The same publication that reporters and broadcasters use as their primary statistical reference, this year's edition records the 1987 season with week-by-week reviews, comprehensive team rankings, top individual performance charts, the 1988 schedule, and more.

Drawing on the author's 30-year study of football statistics, this book presents new methods for analyzing the game in different ways. An examination of known distances for missed field goals offers an accurate method for evaluating placekickers. Reassessments of punters and running backs are included, along with an overhaul of the NFL's passer rating system. Topics previously unexplored through statistics are covered, such as momentum, defining "What is a dynasty?" and "What is a Cinderella team?"

The definitive National Football League book of information and statistics, this guide is the only record book authorized by the source--the NFL--and distrubuted to media around the world. "For those who devour pro football facts and figures, (it) will provide happy hours".--The New York Times.

Compiled by the league's own statisticians, the NFL bible of information contains an updated history of professional football from 1869 to the 1992 NFL draft summary. Includes game-by-game summaries of the 1991 season, statistics, directories, records, and a special expanded statistical section. Detailed information for the devoted fan.--American Reference Books Annual.