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The Best Episodes of A Football Life

Every episode of A Football Life ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of A Football Life!

The Best Episodes of A Football Life

A Football Life is a documentary series developed by NFL Films and aired on NFL Network that documents the lives of select National Football League...
  1. Background image for Charles Woodson
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Charles Woodson

    S6:E12

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  2. Background image for Calvin Johnson
    9.2/10(13 votes)

    #2 - Calvin Johnson

    S10:E3

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  3. Background image for John Lynch
    9.2/10(6 votes)

    #3 - John Lynch

    S10:E5

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  4. Background image for James Harrison
    9.0/10(19 votes)

    #4 - James Harrison

    S10:E2

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Reggie White & Jerome Brown
    8.6/10(50 votes)

    #5 - Reggie White & Jerome Brown

    S1:E3

    A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the lives and relationship of NFL Defensive Linemen, Reggie White and Jerome Brown, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  6. Background image for Cleveland '95
    8.6/10(59 votes)

    #6 - Cleveland '95

    S2:E4

    The untold story of Bill Belichick's Cleveland Browns and a talented staff who rose from the ashes of the 1995 season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Vince Lombardi (1)
    8.6/10(50 votes)

    #7 - Vince Lombardi (1)

    S3:E17

    Part 1 of the Vince Lombardi story chronicles the legendary coach’s rise from his Brooklyn youth to the sidelines of Lambeau Field.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for Drew Pearson
    8.6/10(7 votes)

    #8 - Drew Pearson

    S10:E4

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  10. Background image for Don Shula
    8.5/10(30 votes)

    #9 - Don Shula

    S3:E2

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  11. Background image for Derrick Thomas
    8.5/10(36 votes)

    #10 - Derrick Thomas

    S3:E4

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Jerry Rice
    8.4/10(49 votes)

    #11 - Jerry Rice

    S3:E22

    A Football Life chronicles the story of how an unrecruited small-town wide receiver became the Greatest Of All Time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  13. Background image for Kurt Warner
    8.3/10(62 votes)

    #12 - Kurt Warner

    S1:E4

    A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of NFL quarterback, Kurt Warner, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  14. Background image for Tom Landry
    8.3/10(43 votes)

    #13 - Tom Landry

    S1:E8

    A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of NFL coach ,Tom Landry, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  15. Background image for Chris Spielman
    8.3/10(22 votes)

    #14 - Chris Spielman

    S2:E8

    The inspiring story of former linebacker Chris Spielman and the strength of his family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  16. Background image for Steve Sabol
    8.3/10(22 votes)

    #15 - Steve Sabol

    S3:E5

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  17. Background image for Vince Lombardi (2)
    8.3/10(48 votes)

    #16 - Vince Lombardi (2)

    S3:E18

    Part 2 of the Vince Lombardi story details the final years of his life, from his three-peat in Green Bay to his brief tenure as head coach in Washington and sudden, tragic death from cancer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  18. Background image for Nick Saban
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #17 - Nick Saban

    S10:E1

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  19. Background image for Matt Millen
    8.1/10(24 votes)

    #18 - Matt Millen

    S3:E6

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  20. Background image for Houston '93
    8.1/10(42 votes)

    #19 - Houston '93

    S3:E15

    In 1993 the high-flying Houston Oilers fielded one of the most talented teams in football, expected by many to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl. What ensued was one of the wildest, most controversial seasons any team has ever had, a season that may have changed the course of pro football in one of America's largest cities.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Walter Payton
    8.0/10(62 votes)

    #20 - Walter Payton

    S1:E5

    A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of NFL running back great, Walter Payton, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  22. Background image for Mike Ditka
    8.0/10(39 votes)

    #21 - Mike Ditka

    S1:E7

    A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of NFL coach ,Mike Ditka, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  23. Background image for Barry Sanders
    8.0/10(44 votes)

    #22 - Barry Sanders

    S2:E11

    A Football Life series continues as the life and career of one of the best and most elusive runners in history is examined.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  24. Background image for Cris Carter
    8.0/10(28 votes)

    #23 - Cris Carter

    S3:E11

    A Football Life honors the life and career of legendary wide receiver Cris Carter with an all access look at his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the culmination of a roller coaster career.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  25. Background image for Steve Gleason
    8.0/10(22 votes)

    #24 - Steve Gleason

    S3:E13

    A Football Life honors the life of the former Saints star, now battling ALS.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  26. Background image for Al Davis
    7.9/10(44 votes)

    #25 - Al Davis

    S1:E9

    A Football Life takes an in-depth look at the life of former NFL coach, general manager, commissioner, and owner, Al Davis, using unique on and off-the-field sights, sounds and stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Charles Woodson" is the best rated episode of "A Football Life". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/9/2016. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "Calvin Johnson".