Catch This!: Going Deep With the NFL's Sharpest Weapon

by Terrell Owens

A portrait of the controversial San Francisco 49ers wide receiver discusses his hardscrabble childhood in rural Alabama, apprenticeship to Jerry Rice, fractious relationship with coach Steve Mariucci, insights into the dynamics of professional football, and signature antics on the field. 60,000 first printing.

Genres: Sports, Biography, Football

Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Gordon Ariss · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some chapters better than others. Overall inspiring book. TO is the reason I love football so much. Relatable as his grandmother had Alzheimer’s as did both of my grandparents. I loved that he stood in front of senators to stand to increase government spending on the disease.

Also wish that he wrote the book after his career was finished. Would love to read his perspective of playing for the eagles Super Bowl loss as well as playing for Jerry jones in Dallas.

[Ross P · Rating 4 out of 5]

I great book into the life of one of the best wide receivers. One of my favorite quotes from the book is people hated Jesus so it’s okay if they hate you.

[Joe · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most entertaining and important autobiographies I have ever read, Terrell Owens is one of the greatest receivers of all time!

[HillaryG · Rating 4 out of 5]

Learn another side about Terrell that you never knew he had. He overcame many life obstacles from his childhood, from bullying to family issues. I was able to relate it to my life. Very inspirational.

[Michael Lawrence · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a present from my girlfriend and she had it autographed from T.O. as well. Sweet gift. We were Superbowl bound and I was as happy to have Owens on the Eagles as much as the next guy.

He was amazing. We broke records and destroyed the teams we played. 13-3 with Ownes getting hurt in week 14.

Playoff run, Blizzard before the NFC Championship. I go. We win. Madness in Philly. Eagles in Super Bowl. Owens going to play with steel plates in his foot. He is amazing once again. We almost win the game. Lose by 3 points to the cheatin ass Pats. It was still awesome. That was the season we had Terrell Owens. he transformed a city. We loved him.

Then he did his usual, ruffled feathers and eventually got punched in the face by my man Hugh Douglas. It ended premature. Him and McNabb could have been great. But that one year was pure magic. I'll never forget Terrell Owens but still. Fuck him.

Anyway, was interesting to read at the time when I was smitten. Maybe still for a first time reader. I just couldn't stomach it again.

[Jacob West · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book i read going deep with the NFL Sharpest Wepons I would suggest this to any one that likes sports. Becouuse u thik that u have it bad T.O. is one of the best recivers but had a hard time. As a child but it is a book about his struggles in his life. But i would read this book becouse he tells u that u can make through any thing if u put your mind to it. But it is a true story about his life it ggot great ratings on the book and if you are in to spots it can also teach to do stuff better as a football playrer and as a person. But i would reccomend this book to any one that likes to read about sports.

[Deandre · Rating 5 out of 5]

He went to college in Chattanooga , a small city in louisiana. He did not get any plauina time is freshman year in college.whan he was a shopmore ha had ten catches. Senior year is college he got all American division tow player of the year. He also got drafted by the 4 years in about the fourth round in the draft pick. When made it big he sent almost all of his money home to his mom because she was working at a factory. I recommended this book to people that like football would want to read a book like this. I like this book because I like football and one of the best football players in the NFL is in it. I really recommended to all the people that love football.

[Wickedtang · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ok book. Felt like it was written on an 8th grade level. The book does highlight TOs love for his family but it also reiterates his "me" attitude. Also education didnt and doesnt seem to be stressed. TO is a great athlete to watch on the field but definately not a role model.

[JOSHUA]

THIS BOOK IS GREAT ITS MY FAVORITE BOOK BECAUSE HE IS MY FAVORITE FOOTBALL PLAYER

[Randell Carlton Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

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