Titles by Jim Wexell

Troy Polamalu was the guiding spirit behind a Pittsburgh Steelers dynasty that won two Super Bowls and led the NFL in total defense five times during his 12-year career.<br /><br />His explosiveness and instinct shone on the field, yet is is Polamalu&rsquo;s grace and character, his humility and dignity that have made the greatest impression on those closest to him.<br /><br />This biography, the first written on the Steelers&rsquo; Hall of Famer, was over a decade in the making. Author Jim Wexell covered every step of Polamalu&#39;s career and interviewed countless family members, friends, coaches, team officials, front office executives, and teammates to produce a moving portrait of a remarkable athlete.<br /><br />Polamalu&#39;s days as a child in Santa Ana, California; his formative years in Tenmile, Oregon; his college days at the University of Southern California; and his glory days with the Steelers are all covered in this essential chronicle of a Pittsburgh great.<br /><br />&nbsp;

A singular, transcendent talent can change the fortunes of a football team instantly. Each year, NFL teams approach the draft with this knowledge, hoping that luck will be on their side and that their extensive scouting and analysis will pay off. <br /><br />In <em>On the Clock: Pittsburgh Steelers</em>, Jim Wexell explores the fascinating, rollercoaster history of the Steelers at the draft, from Terry Bradshaw through Troy Polamalu and beyond. <br /><br />Readers will go behind the scenes with top decision-makers as they evaluate, deliberate, and ultimately make the picks they hope will tip the fate of their franchise toward success. <br /><br /><strong>From seemingly surefire first-rounders to surprising late selections, this is a must-read for Steelers faithful and NFL fans eager for a glimpse at how teams are built.</strong>