For the Glory

“A fascinating look at what big-time college football involves for those who play the game.” —The Washington Post Book World

Sportswriter Ken Denlinger takes the reader on a five-year odyssey into the lives of one scholarship class and reveals their experiences at Penn State and in Coach Joe Paterno's program.Ken was given extraordinary access to the Penn State programs—starting with the recruiting process and then onto the field and in the locker room. He became friend and confidant to the players and found every player had the same dream: to bring glory to himself and his school and then ascend to the NFL. In this gritty account, Ken sets moving stories of triumph against the stark realities of injury, disillusionment, and failure.

Here are the dreams, fears, and pressures facing young men who are exposed weekly to thousands of screaming fans. Here is a true picture of life in Division I college football. Anyone interested in Penn State, college football, or the larger issues or sports and society will find For the Glory: College Football Dreams and Realities Inside Paterno's Program an unforgettable experience.

“Denlinger's reverence for Paterno suffuses the book, as does his kindness and respect for the young players. For the Glory is a solid look at the pleasures and pressures of playing for a major college program.” —New York Times

“For the Glory gives you the rare opportunity to get an all-encompassing perspective on college football players.” —Roger Staubach, Hall of Fame Quarterback