Gridiron Genius : A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties

US $19.99
ApproximatelyRM 83.88
or Best Offer
Condition:
Brand New
Breathe easy. Free shipping and returns.
Pickup:
Free local pickup from Springfield, Tennessee, United States.
Shipping:
Free USPS Ground Advantage®.
Located in: Springfield, Tennessee, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Tue, 4 Nov and Mon, 10 Nov to 94104
Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyer's proximity to the item location, the shipping service selected, the seller's shipping history, and other factors. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods.
Returns:
60 days return. Seller pays for return shipping.
Coverage:
Read item description or contact seller for details. See all detailsSee all details on coverage
(Not eligible for eBay purchase protection programmes)
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:226992070392
Last updated on Sep 26, 2025 22:43:26 MYTView all revisionsView all revisions

Item specifics

Condition
Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
ISBN
9780525573814
Category

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Crown/Archetype
ISBN-10
052557381X
ISBN-13
9780525573814
eBay Product ID (ePID)
11038655539

Product Key Features

Book Title
Gridiron Genius : a Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the Nfl
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Coaching / Football, Football, Sports
Publication Year
2018
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation, Biography & Autobiography
Author
Michael Lombardi
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
17.2 Oz
Item Length
9.4 in
Item Width
6.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2018-012339
Reviews
"Simply put, Lombardi's first-person, all access, total insider account of working with three dynastic legends is as good a behind-the-scenes sports book as I've ever read." --Jerry Thornton, Barstool Sports "Fans will immerse themselves in this revealing insider's glimpse into pro football...His comments on the skills required of NFL head coaches are particularly revealing: x's and o's, sure, but also practical concerns like setting clear guidelines for discipline, making room arrangements on the road, even planning meals and diets. Those who read this informative, eye-opening account will learn much about what makes a great NFL team." -- Booklist " Gridiron Genius is a FASCINATING read! Michael Lombardi provides a truly unique look at the inside workings and the exacting attention to detail that is paramount to succeed at the highest level. Michael has worked in concert and in lock step with some of the best teachers and administrators in the history of professional football. He shares true behind-the-scenes glimpses and anecdotes of the behind the scenes world of our industry." -- Sean Payton "Michael Lombardi got his masters in football from The Masters of football - Bill Walsh, Al Davis, Bill Belichick. Now he passes those memorable lessons on to his fortunate readers so they can receive an advanced education in coaching, personnel, management and strategy" -- Adam Schefter, ESPN NFL Insider and author of The Man I Never Met "My only criticism if Michael Lombardi's book is that I enjoyed it too much. The characters and stories were irresistible. But make no mistake, this is a very serious book. Lombardi extracts a meticulous and full-fledged blueprint for organizational excellence from a raft of hard evidence. This is a guidebook for excellence--and it applies way beyond the gridiron. Any thoughtful business leader, for example, could assemble a bundle of useful, integrated ideas that could transform organizational performance. Bravo!" -- Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence "As someone who loves the game of football but is also interested in business strategy and leadership, this book was entertaining and useful." --Inc. "This is a solid insider look at how NFL teams are made, and is also a useful guide for sports coaches--or office managers--creating their own teams." --Publishers Weekly, "Simply put, Lombardi's first-person, all access, total insider account of working with three dynastic legends is as good a behind-the-scenes sports book as I've ever read." --Jerry Thornton, Barstool Sports "Fans will immerse themselves in this revealing insider's glimpse into pro football...His comments on the skills required of NFL head coaches are particularly revealing: x's and o's, sure, but also practical concerns like setting clear guidelines for discipline, making room arrangements on the road, even planning meals and diets. Those who read this informative, eye-opening account will learn much about what makes a great NFL team." -- Booklist " Gridiron Genius is a FASCINATING read! Michael Lombardi provides a truly unique look at the inside workings and the exacting attention to detail that is paramount to succeed at the highest level. Michael has worked in concert and in lock step with some of the best teachers and administrators in the history of professional football. He shares true behind-the-scenes glimpses and anecdotes of the behind the scenes world of our industry." -- Sean Payton "Michael Lombardi got his masters in football from The Masters of football - Bill Walsh, Al Davis, Bill Belichick. Now he passes those memorable lessons on to his fortunate readers so they can receive an advanced education in coaching, personnel, management and strategy" -- Adam Schefter, ESPN NFL Insider and author of The Man I Never Met "My only criticism if Michael Lombardi's book is that I enjoyed it too much. The characters and stories were irresistible. But make no mistake, this is a very serious book. Lombardi extracts a meticulous and full-fledged blueprint for organizational excellence from a raft of hard evidence. This is a guidebook for excellence--and it applies way beyond the gridiron. Any thoughtful business leader, for example, could assemble a bundle of useful, integrated ideas that could transform organizational performance. Bravo!" -- Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence, " Gridiron Genius is a FASCINATING read! Michael Lombardi provides a truly unique look at the inside workings and the exacting attention to detail that is paramount to succeed at the highest level. Michael has worked in concert and in lock step with some of the best teachers and administrators in the history of professional football. He shares true behind-the-scenes glimpses and anecdotes of the behind the scenes world of our industry." -- Sean Payton "Michael Lombardi got his masters in football from The Masters of football - Bill Walsh, Al Davis, Bill Belichick. Now he passes those memorable lessons on to his fortunate readers so they can receive an advanced education in coaching, personnel, management and strategy" -- Adam Schefter, ESPN NFL Insider and author of The Man I Never Met "My only criticism if Michael Lombardi's book is that I enjoyed it too much. The characters and stories were irresistible. But make no mistake, this is a very serious book. Lombardi extracts a meticulous and full-fledged blueprint for organizational excellence from a raft of hard evidence. This is a guidebook for excellence--and it applies way beyond the gridiron. Any thoughtful business leader, for example, could assemble a bundle of useful, integrated ideas that could transform organizational performance. Bravo!" -- Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence
Synopsis
Former NFL general manager and three-time Super Bowl winner Michael Lombardi reveals what makes football organizations tick at the championship level. From personnel to practice to game-day decisions that win titles, Lombardi shares what he learned working with coaching legends Bill Walsh of the 49ers, Al Davis of the Raiders, and Bill Belichick of the Patriots, among others, during his three decades in football. Why do some NFL franchises dominate year after year while others can never crack the code of success? For 30 years Michael Lombardi had a front-row seat and full access as three titans--Bill Walsh, Al Davis, and Bill Belichick--reinvented the game, turning it into a national obsession while piling up Super Bowl trophies. Now, in Gridiron Genius , Lombardi provides the blueprint that makes a successful organization click and win --and the mistakes unsuccessful organizations make that keep them on the losing side time and again. In reality, very few coaches understand the philosophies, attention to detail, and massive commitment that defined NFL juggernauts like the 49ers and the Patriots. The best organizations are not just employing players, they are building something bigger. Gridiron Genius will explain how the best leaders evaluate, acquire, and utilize personnel in ways other professional minds, football and otherwise, won't even contemplate. How do you know when to trade a player? How do you create a positive atmosphere when everyone is out to maximize his own paycheck? And why is the tight end like the knight on a chessboard? To some, game planning consists only of designing an attack for the next opponent. But Lombardi explains how the smartest leaders script everything from an afternoon's special-teams practice to a season's playoff run to a decade-long organizational blueprint. Readers will delight in the Lombardi tour of an NFL weekend, including what really goes on during the game on and off the field and inside the headset. First stop Belichick's Saturday night staff meeting, where he announces how the game will go the next day. Spoiler alert He always nails it. Football dynasties are built through massive attention to detail and unwavering commitment. From how to build a team, to how to watch a game, to understanding the essential qualities of great leaders, Gridiron Genius gives football fans the knowledge to be the smartest person in the room every Sunday., Former NFL general manager and three-time Super Bowl winner Michael Lombardi reveals what makes football organizations tick at the championship level. From personnel to practice to game-day decisions that win titles, Lombardi shares what he learned working with coaching legends Bill Walsh of the 49ers, Al Davis of the Raiders, and Bill Belichick of the Patriots, among others, during his three decades in football. Why do some NFL franchises dominate year after year while others can never crack the code of success? For 30 years Michael Lombardi had a front-row seat and full access as three titans--Bill Walsh, Al Davis, and Bill Belichick--reinvented the game, turning it into a national obsession while piling up Super Bowl trophies. Now, in Gridiron Genius , Lombardi provides the blueprint that makes a successful organization click and win --and the mistakes unsuccessful organizations make that keep them on the losing side time and again. In reality, very few coaches understand the philosophies, attention to detail, and massive commitment that defined NFL juggernauts like the 49ers and the Patriots. The best organizations are not just employing players, they are building something bigger. Gridiron Genius will explain how the best leaders evaluate, acquire, and utilize personnel in ways other professional minds, football and otherwise, won't even contemplate. How do you know when to trade a player? How do you create a positive atmosphere when everyone is out to maximize his own paycheck? And why is the tight end like the knight on a chessboard? To some, game planning consists only of designing an attack for the next opponent. But Lombardi explains how the smartest leaders script everything : from an afternoon's special-teams practice to a season's playoff run to a decade-long organizational blueprint. Readers will delight in the Lombardi tour of an NFL weekend, including what really goes on during the game on and off the field and inside the headset. First stop : Belichick's Saturday night staff meeting, where he announces how the game will go the next day. Spoiler alert : He always nails it. Football dynasties are built through massive attention to detail and unwavering commitment. From how to build a team, to how to watch a game, to understanding the essential qualities of great leaders, Gridiron Genius gives football fans the knowledge to be the smartest person in the room every Sunday.
LC Classification Number
GV955.5.N35L66 2018

Item description from the seller

About this seller

The Stuff And Such

100% positive feedback2.5K items sold

Joined Jan 2016
Usually responds within 24 hours
Are you looking for stuff? I've got it! From books to CDs to razors... From clothes to boardgames to printer ink... and everything in between, you are sure to find what you need! Check out the store ...
See more

Detailed Seller Ratings

Average for the last 12 months
Accurate description
4.9
Reasonable shipping cost
5.0
Shipping speed
5.0
Communication
5.0

Seller feedback (1,052)

All ratingsselected
Positive
Neutral
Negative
  • 3***m (20)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past 6 months
    Verified purchase
    fast shipper, secure packaging. as described, reasonable price
  • n***n (70)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past year
    Verified purchase
    shipped fast, packed very well with tissue and packing peanuts, no damage to item, as shown and described, good deal on price, came on time, not afraid to ship something amazon won't, recommended seller
  • m***e (1385)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past year
    Verified purchase
    Fast delivery, perfect packaging. Item as discribed. Perfect seller. Thanks a lot!!!