Play Like You Mean It - Rex Ryan

Play Like You Mean It

By Rex Ryan

  • Release Date: 2011-05-03
  • Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Score: 4
4
From 140 Ratings

Description

No football fan will want to be without the book that delivers pure, unfiltered Rex Ryan—head coach of the New York Jets and one of the most popular, outspoken, well-liked, and widely respected personalities in the National Football League.

Rex Ryan is known for his exuberance . . . and Play Like You Mean It explores every aspect of Ryan’s amazing passion for the game of football, plus the lessons he has learned in leadership and motivation during his years in and around the game. In his own words, Ryan takes readers behind the scenes of the NFL as he shares colorful football stories from his experiences with the Jets and the Ravens as well as his years recruiting players, coaching college foot­ball, and growing up as a child of legendary NFL coach Buddy Ryan. Rex’s unique brand of enthusiasm and motiva­tion comes through on every page.

Most of all, fans will get insider access to Ryan’s headline-grabbing, brutally honest, and undeniably entertaining views on the NFL . . . and the very human side of the larger-than-life athletes who devote their lives to the game of foot­ball. From Ryan’s acceptance of the Jets head coaching job to his success in turning around a team that has long been number two in New York, from his drafting and believing in Mark Sanchez to kicking off the 2010 season with massive expectations (and a target on his back)—this book goes deep, and entertains on every level.

Reviews

  • J!E!T!S! JETS JETS JETS

    5
    By Fabec
    Super Bowl here we come
  • Buy it

    5
    By Dlopez1196
    I bought it thinking it would be just like his press conferences ("We're gonna win the Super Bowl."). But it actually was very interesting in showing how Rex got where he is today and how much he knows about football. I was surprised at how football-smart he is and I learned a lot about the game. Definately buy it.
  • Not a jet fan but a great book

    5
    By jacardozo76
    I am a huge Patriot fan which means I don't really like the jets but I have to admit this books is worth it, after reading the book I respect Rex Ryan and his work with the Jets!!! My best wishes....
  • New found respect

    5
    By Chaz the bounty hunter
    I'm a fan of the NFL but don't necessarily have " a team". I was impressed by how well Rex had done with this young team in his first yr and how he brought in vets that many considered washed up in his second year and sparked new life in them. It seemed like he had a grasp on what true leadership is so I picked up his book and really enjoyed it. His thoughts were all over the place at times but he could usually tie it all together. Very enjoyable for those interested in leadership in any organization as well as sports fans
  • Cubzfan4ever

    5
    By jambo mambo kambo lambo
    Fantastic book! Must read sports novel!
  • Rex's honesty

    4
    By Spedbidactor
    Whether you love Rex or hate him, this book gives you some great honest insight on being an NFL coach. He shares tons of stories with the fans that really make you appreciate how much he truly cares about the Jets. As a fan I find myself saying after a loss, "these guys don't care, they get paid tons of cash", but after reading this book, you realize at least the head coach of the Jets cares. The Jets coach, Rex Ryan allows the reader great insight as to why he makes certain decisions during the game and how important winning really is to him. He was brutally honest in this book and there really isn't much more you could ask. The only problem with this book is that it didn't come after a Super Bowl championship, but instead after losing his 3rd and 2nd as a coach AFC championship game. The book was certainly an easy and enjoyable read. I was absolutely recommend this book to any Jets fan, because the insight is great. If you are looking for a book with a coach just ripping players and opposing teams, this is NOT the book you are looking for. Rex really gets to the point and came up with a great book...
  • The Jets

    5
    By Farmerkirt
    I have been a Jets fan since I was 10 years old...when Namath was there. Rex Ryan is the soul of that team now. Finally a real person that is straight up and authentic with no time for PC BS. I love the way you tell a story and I can't wait till the Lombardi trophy comes to the Jets HQ. Great book and one he'll of a story!
  • Fantastic

    5
    By alexjuengling
    An all-access pass into one of the most interesting minds in the NFL today.
  • Finally we have a coach with a set of b****

    5
    By Nicor718
    I couldn't wait for the release of Rex's books , as expected it's a great read, a coach that wears his emotions on his sleeve and it's rubbing off on his team and it's fans..Now the rest of the NFL fans can read what jets fans have known about Rex... Pick up this book and enjoy!!