50 Years, 50 Moments: The Most Unforgettable Plays in Super Bowl History

by Jerry Rice, Randy O. Williams

In commemoration of the fiftieth anniversary of America’s most beloved sporting event—the Super Bowl—an authoritative collection of the most pivotal plays through the decades, compiled by the legendary Jerry Rice, and illustrated with dozens of color photographs.

New York Times bestseller 50 Years, 50 Moments celebrates five decades’ worth of memories, insights, and personal experiences of Super Sunday. Super Bowl MVP Jerry Rice has compiled his list of the most iconic, strategic, and record-breaking moments in football history from the Super Bowl’s inception to today—from the Green Bay Packers and Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl I; to the amazing Miami Dolphins championship in Super Bowl VII that capped their seventeen-game undefeated season; to the heart-stopping Super Bowl XXV in which the New York Giants beat the Buffalo Bills 20-19; and Super Bowl XLIX’s amazing last-second victory by the New England Patriots over defending champion Seattle Seahawks 28-24.

A Hall of Fame wide receiver who has played alongside and against some of the greatest players in the NFL, Jerry Rice, joined by accomplished sports researcher and journalist Randy O. Williams, draws on his intimate knowledge and insight of the game to highlight remarkable moments from this greatest game in modern sports. Rice’s access to the NFL means that 50 Years, 50 Moments is chock full of memories and insights directly from the athletes and coaches who were involved in these moments.

Pulling together all the catches, the interceptions, the fumbles and triumphant touchdowns that have made the Super Bowl an unforgettable experience. 50 Years, 50 Moments features marquee names like Joe Montana, Vince Lombardi, Roger Staubach, Walter “Sweetness” Payton, Terry Bradshaw, Joe Namath, Lawrence Taylor, “Mean Joe” Greene, as well as Tom Brady and is a handsome must-have keepsake for football fans everywhere that is sure to be treasured for generations to come.

Genres: Sports, Football, Nonfiction

464 pages, Hardcover

First published October 27, 2015

About the author

Jerry Rice is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the San Francisco 49ers. He is widely regarded as the greatest wide receiver in NFL history.

Reviews

[Josh Davis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun look back at some of the greatest moments from the Super Bowl. There were some neat stories and perspectives in here that I had not heard before, and for the most part, I think the rankings are decent. The writing is not very sharp, even sloppy at points, but you're probably not reading the book for its literary value.

The one indefensible omission from the list of 50 greatest moments is Don Beebe's strip of Leon Lett in Super Bowl 27. Yes, it was in a losing effort, but Beebe's hustle and determination were incredibly memorable (and they included other moments from losing teams). I have no doubt that Beebe's strip is etched in the minds of anyone who saw it, much more so than many other moments on in the book.

[Deke · Rating 3 out of 5]

Certainly only for football insiders with a good memory (lest you be stuck reading a book with a litany of names and moments that without context don't pop off the page), some nice recollections (49ers) and well told tales.

[Anthony Alvarez · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book! Really enjoyed all of the Super Bowl stories there including those that I have forgotten about.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun and informative

[George Polansky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brings back memories.

[Jake]

This book was about the best super bowl moments in history ranking for 50-1. This was really about explaining and teaching the reader what happens in a moment like that because it's just instincts. What happen in the book wasn't about who won or lost it was about the men made them win or lose.
When I was reading this book I think it helped me in my football games and how I play. Reading this help me stop thinking in games and just play like the NFL players did in these big moments of the greatest game in the world. Something else I learned about the game of football by reading this book is that you never give up, this is important because let’s say you're down by 14 points in the state football game you can’t just give up at halftime you to keep going and come out and play with pride.
I really loved every minute of this book. I recommend that everyone and anyone who loves football to read this book. Even if you don't love football maybe you could learn more about the game from this book.

[LadyS · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the vivid descriptions and entertaining insight into the top fifty moments in SB history presented by the greatest receiver ever. The greatest receiver ever not only provided the reader with relevant statistics but even some I especially remember the analysis for moment #7 which I say is like a moment the modern football world can never forget. It was interesting to read the greatest receiver's take on it. But everyone knows Seattle should have ran the ball.

[Re-Va Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great boolk

This book was a great book very informative and great if you want to do a report on football quarterbacks

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purchased this book for my son who is obsessed with football. He says it is an awesome book with a lot of facts and stats surrounding specific Super Bowl plays.