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The Worst 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...

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    #1 - Dan Marino

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    S7:E1

    The singular talent and legacy of Hall of Famer Dan Marino, The Quarterback’s Quarterback.

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    #2 - Emmitt Smith

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    S7:E2

    Emmitt Smith makes an indelible impact on the game of football and builds a case as the greatest running back of all time by breaking one of the NFL’s hallowed records and making everyone around him better.

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    #3 - John Madden

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    S7:E3

    The many football lives of Raiders Hall of Fame coach, broadcaster, commercial star and video game pioneer John Madden.

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    #4 - Wes Welker

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    S7:E4

    Undersized and unwanted, Wes Welker overcomes obstacles to re-define the role of the slot receiver in the NFL.

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    #5 - Sam Mills

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    S7:E5

    He was once deemed too short to play in the NFL, but Sam Mills became an All-Pro and built a legacy that still looms larger than life.

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    #6 - Jim Kelly

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    S7:E6

    How does a man emerge a champion after a life filled with loss? Leading the Buffalo Bills to four straight Super Bowls is only part of Jim Kelly’s legend

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    #7 - Larry Fitzgerald

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    S7:E7

    The globetrotting journey of Larry Fitzgerald a man who’s caught more than 1,000 passes, scored more than 100 touchdowns, visited nearly 100 countries, and lived one fascinating Football Life.

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    #8 - Eddie George

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    S7:E8

    Eddie George played football for his father. After a brilliant career at Ohio State and with the Tennessee Titans, he started acting for himself.

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    #9 - Joe Gibbs

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    S7:E9

    Hall of Fame Head Coach Joe Gibbs tries to balance his personal and professional life while building the NFL’s most diverse dynasty.

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    #10 - Jerry Jones

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    S7:E10

    Jerry Jones works his way up from greeter at his parents grocery store in Little Rock, Arkansas to become the only active owner in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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    #11 - Aeneas Williams

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    S7:E11

    Aeneas Williams’ long journey from college walk-on to Hall of Fame defensive back to pastor in Ferguson, Missouri.

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    #12 - John Randle

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    S7:E12

    Passed over by every NFL team, John Randle's madcap antics vault the undrafted free agent from rags to riches and stardom with the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks.

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    #13 - Lynn Swann & John Stallworth

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    S7:E13

    Two different personalities, two separate paths, one shared drive for greatness: the rivalry, friendship and artistry of Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Fame receivers Lynn Swann and John Stallworth.

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    #14 - Edgerrin James

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    #15 - Julian Edelman

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    #16 - Franco Harris

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    #17 - The 1972 Miami Dolphins

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    #18 - DeMarcus Ware

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    S12:E1

    DeMarcus Ware's presence on the field was remarkable. This week, “A Football Life” tells the story of this Hall of Famer’s legendary career.

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  20. 6.7/10(29 votes)

    #19 - Steve Young

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    S6:E4

    The long climb to the top for Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young, as told by Young himself through excerpts from his autobiography.

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  21. 6.8/10(15 votes)

    #20 - Brandon Marshall

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    S4:E2

    The inspiring story of Brandon Marshall, who has become the national face of borderline personality disorder and one of the NFL's best wide receivers.

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  22. 6.9/10(16 votes)

    #21 - Darrelle Revis

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  23. 6.9/10(19 votes)

    #22 - Terry Bradshaw

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    S9:E1

    A Hall of Famer who won four Super Bowls as the Steelers quarterback and still enjoys his football life today after 35 years as a television analyst.

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  24. 7.1/10(33 votes)

    #23 - Randall Cunningham

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    S3:E10

    A Football Life honors the life and career of one of the most influential players of his time. Now 50, Cunningham is a born-again minister who tragically lost one son and is in the midst of watching another become a football star of his own.

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  25. 7.2/10(27 votes)

    #24 - Ricky Williams

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    S4:E8

    A look at the life and career of Heisman Trophy-winning tailback Ricky Williams, who was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 1999 and played 11 seasons in the NFL.

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  26. 7.3/10(22 votes)

    #25 - Jerry Smith

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    S3:E21

    Almost 50 years ago, a young tight end named Jerry Smith joined the Washington Redskins. After 13 seasons on the team, Smith retired, but not before making two Pro Bowls, one All-Pro team, and playing in the Super Bowl. He set an NFL record with 60 receiving touchdowns, the most ever by a tight end (that record stood for 26 years). Smith was also gay, something that caused him to live a life in constant fear and tension.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Dan Marino" is the worst rated episode of "A Football Life". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/15/2017. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Emmitt Smith".