“I only use it for American football, to achieve my maximum performance, trying to do my best in the field,” he told ESPN At that time.
“Inner Excellence” sales shot throughout the country and Brown entered a new facet. He published his own reading list on social networks at the beginning of this low season, encouraging his followers to find a book that interests them “so that they can become a better version of themselves.”
While now the face of the players who like reading in the NFL can be, it turns out that is not the only one. From “War and Peace“Until the saga of”Harry Potter“The books are being devoured by players from the 32 teams.
Some teams, such as Atlanta Falcons, have their own Reading Club that meets every low season. The Washington Commanders are another group that likes to read together: Campal Marshal Jayden Daniels, Bobby Wagner supporter and corner Mike Sainristil have just finished a biography of the Celtics coach, Joe Mazzulla; The closed wing Zach Ertz recently met the suspense novelist Harlan Coben thanks to the chief coach Dan Quinn, while the offensive liner Ted Karras, of the Cincinnati Bengals, exchange books with the president of the teamMike Brown, occasionally.
Books are not only a personal overcoming vehicle For these athletes, but also a way to reduce time in front of the screen. The Mariscal de los San Francisco 49ers, Brock Purdy, commented that he strives to eliminate Instagram and other social media applications from his phone, preferring to read.
“I will try to focus on reading and concentrate on more important things, and that helps me with my life in general,” Purdy said. “And, obviously, I think that reading before sleeping and turning off the blue light; all these things have also helped me with my recovery.”
However, it is not for everyone. The deep of the New Orleans Saints, Tyrann Mathieu, joked saying that his children do not even give him a moment of peace in the bathroom, much less time to read a book. But Brown’s public reading was just a reflection of what happens far from the reflectors in the League.
“For NFL players, I think we all turn to some kind of book“Travis Etienne Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars corridor said.” Simply statements … keep calm, humility and always say what one needs to listen to leave and make the next play. “
Our NFL Nation reporters spoke with players from the entire league about their Reading habits And what they are reading this summer. “Atomic Habits“From James Clear was the most common option, but what else was cast in the list? Check the complete selections below.
Your selection: “The Art of Winning (the art of winning)” by Bill Belichick
“I started reading in 2024; my goal was to read a book a month and transformed into reading 40 pages or 40 minutes every night. It is simply a way of relaxing and reconciling the dream more easily. I read the Bible every day and a book at night,” he said.
YOUR SELECTIONS: “Can’t Hurt Me (you can’t hurt me)” by David Goggins; “Fear is a choice: Tackling Life’s Challenges with Dignity, Faith, and Determination (fear is an choice: facing the challenges of life with dignity, faith and fetermination)” by James Conner and Tiffany Yecke Brooks
“Can’t Hurt” deals with “being able to connect your brain so that the situations that surround you or happen to you do not necessarily have so much influence on your progress,” said Hamlin.
Hamlin added that reading allows him to “use the time I lose in nonsense in a productive way.” An aspect of its productivity: Hamlin is working in his own book, which rightly deals with how to overcome adversity.
YOUR SELECTIONS: “Outliers (out of series)” by Malcolm Gladwell; “The 48 Laws of Power (the 48 laws of power)” by Robert Greene
“I like [‘Outliers’] Because, in a way, it shows you that if you grow up or if you are in a certain type of environment, you can really prosper, “he said.” I really like ’48 Laws of Power ‘because it gives you rules. Do not take it to the letter, but there are certain things that you can analyze and think: ‘How can I use my current position as an advantage to ascend or get out of problems?’ “
Lake said that the Rams coaches is also full of faithful readers, including chief coach Sean McVay and the defensive backs coach Aubrey pleasant.
“They always mention some book of a book. And it seems incredible to me,” Lake acknowledged. “That is what I would also want to do as greatest, simply get all this information, but at the same time contribute excellent lessons and book appointments. I think it is an extraordinary ability to me.”
Your selection: “Breath: The New Science of A Lost Art (Breathe: The new science of a forgotten art)” by James Nestor
Mekari likes to read books that allow him to learn something, either of history or anything else.
“[Este libro] My perspective on breathing changed, how important it is to breathe through the nose … how it helps you recover, how it allows you to give up better. “
Your selection: “Gospel Patrons.
“It is a book on how to use your wealth for the Kingdom of God, communities and people in need. And remember the history of people who have helped with such things,” he said.
YOUR SELECTIONS: The “Harry Potter” saga of JK Rowling; the Bible; Books about Hollywood
Robinson likes science fiction and fantasy novels, and has just begun the Harry Potter saga. He also enjoys reading books about Hollywood and actors, which makes sense, since he studied acting and participated in the Netflix dramatic series “Outer Banks.”
Robinson is also an avid reader of the Bible and publishes quotes often in his stories of Instagram. He said he usually listens to audiobooks while driving, but that he prefers to read Harry Potter’s books because listening to them while driving can distract him.
Bobby WagnerLB, Washington Commanders
Your selection: “The Essays of Warren Buffett: Lessons for Corporate America (Warren Buffett’s essays: LESSONS FOR THE BUSINESS WORLD)” by Warren Buffett
“I like to read what intelligent people read. So if they say that buffett is the best investor in the world, I want to read what he read to try to be. And the same goes for Jay-Z, who has books he has read, and I love his current situation. I read what he reads, just like Kendrick [Lamar]”He said.” I read what successful people read and try to learn the same as they for, hopefully, try to be in the same position, or even better. “
Your selection: “War and Peace (War and Peace)” by Leo Tolstoy
Williams usually prefer self -help books, but the De Bowl defensive line is currently reading the classic Russian novel, with its more than 350 chapters.
“It’s a long book,” he said. “In fact, that’s why I have been reading it for a while. I like to read it again from time to time, simply because it is not one of those books you need to finish reading to get something.”
Josh WoodsLB, Atlanta Falcons
YOUR SELECTIONS: “Rich Dad, Poor Dad (Rico Father, Poor Father)” by Robert T. Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter; “Atomic Habits (atomic habits: small changes, extraordinary results” by James Clear
Woods focuses on personal improvement books and believes they have helped him as a player. In fact, AJ Brown’s moment in the bank inspired him to read more. The next book on his list is “The Power of Your Subconscious mind (the power of your subconscious mind” of Dr. Joseph Murphy.
“I’m approaching the 30, friend,” Woods acknowledged. “The 30 are very afraid. You realize that you have to change some things.”
The best of the rest
路 Jessie Bates III, S, Atlanta Falcons: “The Twin Thieves (the twin thieves)” by Steve Jones and Lucas Jadin; “Family Fortunes” by Bill Bonner
路 Demario Davis, LB, New Orleans Saints: “The Advantage (the advantage)” by Patrick Lencioni
路 Ted Karras, C, Cincinnati Bengals: “Lonesome where (Paloma solitary)” De Larry Mcmurtry
路 Ronnie Hickman, S, Cleveland Browns: “A Court of Thorns and Roses (a court of roses and thorns)” by Sarah J. Maas
路 Josh Hines-Allen, DE, Jacksonville Jaguars: “Don’t Give The Enemy to Seat at Your Table (do not give the enemy a chair at your table)” by Louie Giglio
路 Foster Moreau, TE, New Orleans Saints: “The Comfort Crisis (The Crisis of Comfort)” by Michael Easter
路 Taylor Rapp, S, Buffalo Bills: “The Daily Dad (Diario for Stoic Parents)” by Ryan Holiday
路 Trent Sieg, LS, Dallas Cowboys: “The Camel Club (Camel Club)” by David Baldacci
路 Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE, New York Giants: “The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide for Personal Freedom)” by Don Miguel Ruiz
路 Ahkello Witherspoon, CB, Los Angeles Rams: “James” de Percival Everett; “All the Light We Cannot See (La luz que no puedes ver)” de Anthony Doerr
