Publisher's Synopsis
Phil Berger tells the story of the kid from the wrong side of the tracks in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, who showed an early talent for sports and for getting into trouble. As a high school football, baseball and basketball star, Joe marched to his own drum and continued to do so at the University of Alabama.
After being suspended by Alabama Coach "Bear" Bryant for breaking the rules, Joe went on to become pro football's hottest prospect. Even with a bad knee, Namath proved he had magic in his arm.
But the moment he entered the AFL as a $427,000 bonus baby, he was considered a maverick.
