Tales from the New England Patriots Sideline

With an Epilogue by Pats head coach, Bill Belichick, here is a joyous history of the New England Patriots—from it’s roots in the AFL to the Super Bowl years of Tom Brady.

This revealing look at the New England Patriots captures the stories of passion, power, and struggles of one of the most remarkable franchises in sports. True Pats fans know that while today the team’s owner, coach, players, and stadium all rank among the best in the country, the early years weren’t so rosy. For decades the Patriots were a team known for having comically inept management and ownership, as well as the worst stadium in the NFL. It was only with the arrival of Coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady in 2000 that the Pats became a powerhouse.

In Tales from the New England Patriots Sideline, former players share the hilarious and shocking tales of the team’s early tumultuous years. Readers will walk through the tragedies and triumphs of Patriots history. As any true fan knows, to understand how far your team has come, you've got to know where they've been.

Without a doubt, Tales from the New England Patriots Sideline is a must-read for any Patriots fan or Boston sports fanatic.

Mike Felger is a beat writer and columnist who has been covering the New England area for over two decades. When he’ s not writing, he can be seen on Comcast Sports Net. Felger lives in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

Bill Belichick has been the head coach of the New England Patriots since 2000. He lives in Weston, Massachusetts.

Steve Grogan was the New England Patriots quarterback from 1975 until 1990. In 1995, he was enshrined in the Patriots Hall of Fame. He currently lives in San Antonio, Texas.