Dan Rooney: My 75 Years With The Pittsburgh Steelers And The Nfl

For the first time, Rooney, chairman of the Pittsburgh Steelers, tells his compelling life story. He speaks frankly about winning and losing, and discusses his relationships with family, coaches, players, the media, and the fans of Steeler Nation. 16-page b&w photo insert.

In 2007, the Pittsburgh Steelers will turn seventy-five years old. So will Dan Rooney. In "Dan Rooney," the owner talks about growing up on Pittsburgh's North Side, competing with Johnny Unitas for top high school quarterback honors in western Pennsylvania, learning the ropes of big-time sports from his father and mentor, Art Rooney ("the Chief"), helping to shape the modern NFL into America's all-consuming passion, and forging the Steelers into a Super Bowl-winning dynasty. He also speaks frankly about winning and losing, and discusses his relationships with family, coaches, players, owners, NFL commissioners, the media, and the fans-"Steeler Nation." It's all here: the difficult contract negotiations, controversial decisions, memorable teams, and many behind-the-scenes stories of the growth of America's favorite game. A dedicated family man and proud native of Pittsburgh, this chairman of one of the most successful franchises ever reveals the dynamics that have made him such a respected owner in the NFL.