The Lyle Alzado Story Nobody's Invincible - Large Print by James H Duffner (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Football legend Lyle Alzado was one of the most intimidating football players of all time is the only player to have an NFL rule named after him, One meant to prevent injury and to possibly save lives. Off the field, however he was a picture of contradictions: prone to rages and abrupt acts of violence, he was also known for his compassionate work with mentally and physically challenged children. The man who feared nobody was, in reality, riddled with a deep seated tear that any kind of failure send him back to the ghetto streets he grew up on. Living with a violent selfish father left him desperate for love, which she often looked or in all the wrong places. Having been teased and ridiculed mercilessly in school left him with a deep seated need for acceptance, leaving him emotionally vulnerable. He was hysterically funny and menacingly frightening, astoundingly powerful and surprisingly gentle, seemingly invincible and ultimately very very fragile. From his early days as a street fighter just trying to survive the mean streets through his astounding football career, his days as a celebrity actor and restaurant owner, his shocking accusation of rampant steroid use in the NFL, and his tragic death from that abuse, this is The Lyle Alzado Story told as only a best friend could share it. Nobody's Invincible Is packed with personal stories, never before seen photographs and insights into Lyle's life that years after his death, can finally be revealed. No holds barred here. You are invited into Lyle's inner circle to rub shoulders with both sports greats and Hollywood superstars and to get to know him better than almost anyone except his closest friends. Some would say Lyle paid the ultimate price for his lifestyle. But I'm here to tell you he didn't he was saved before it was too late. He was a player in every sense of the word, friends with the world's top athletes, Hollywood royalty, and the underworld bad guys. He was the last of a breed and I was proud to call him my best friend.

Review Quotes

"Really good book.... You gave him the accolades he so deserved. I was young but I remember my dad called me every day. Sometimes twice. Then stopped.... Glad my dad had someone around him when he left this great earth other than the bottom feeders he was surrounded with at his weakest point. I miss him every single day.... And always will...." Justin Alzado, Lyle's only child,

"Loved your book! VERY honest account of things. I know Lyle's proud of the book for sure!" Cindy Alzado,

Lyle had a gentle heart and a kind soul. When it came to football he was always ready to go no matter how bloodied up, battered or bruised he was, he always got back in the game. He played with old-school toughness not like the game today. Eric Dickerson Los Angeles Rams Pro football Hall of Fame,

I loved this book! the fantastic greed whether you're a football fan or not. This book grab my interest from the very beginning. It was hard to put down, and I wished I could have devoted my entire day to finish in it. The author, Jim Duffner, tells a lot of interesting personal stories that you wouldn't have heard on the news or in the other usual media outlets. I highly recommend this book to anyone! Amazon,

For Lyle to make a comeback at his age was unbelievable, just to be out there at that age impeding was sensational! Ron Mix, San Diego Chargers, Raiders, Pro football Hall of Fame,

This book is a must read whether you're a football fan or not. JD, Lyle would have been proud! Sydney Justin Los Angeles Rams, author, lead singer of the Miracles,

What a great, GREAT ! from page 1 till the and it's a nonstop page turner and such a terrific story of lies - truth - heartache - friendship - struggles and most of all LOVE. Seriously if you're not in the football are don't even know who the great Darth Raider Lyle Alzado is (shame on you;) Give this a read because it is a wonderfully written book. The author knows how to tell a story and was surprised to find myself just as interested in his life as I was with Mr. Alzado. Clint Bronson, Amazon,

This book was incredible. It was hard to put down. Jim did a great job writing about the story of Lyle, the ups and downs of playing pro ball, their brotherhood/friendship and pages and pages of great memories they shared together with their teammates and friends. I suggest this book to the fullest. I have not finished a book in a few years and finished this one in less than two days. Lori Miner, Amazon

My husband truly enjoyed reading this book. He said it is a really good insight into the behind the scenes life of Lyle and how hard NFL players have to work. Once you got the book he never put it down. Highly recommend this book to everyone. The author James H Duffner did a great job. Awesome read! Allison Nelson Amazon,

We loved the Lyle Alzado story nobody's invincible book by Jim Duffner. It is such a great read. It has kept me reading the story over and over again. My wife does not like football has read the book twice it's a must read I highly recommend by this book! Steve and Cindy Vizzo,

Omg, I've never been a fan of books. I heard about this book, . I won't put it down. Great book! Pullman Pullman Amazon,

This book is a awesome read.... My interest during the whole book.... Wonderful book.... Sam Amazon,

What a fantastic story is told by Lyle's friend. Feel like you're there with Lyle and Jim as he shares his stories of the adventures of these two. You can feel the friendship of these two men in the brotherly love. Perhaps not part of the review but I am so glad that Jim shared with Lyle about his faith in Jesus and that Lyle accepted Christ into his life. While it is sad not having this warrior with us anymore it is good that he had such a great friend and great that he shared with us,