“[Freeman is] an excellent storyteller.”
—Sports Illustrated
The 1972 Miami Dolphins, under the expert leadership of legendary coach Don Shula, remain to this day the only team in the National Football League ever to enjoy a perfect season with no defeats and no ties. Now, 40 years after sports history was made, acclaimed sports writer Mike Freeman celebrates the Dolphins’ singular achievement in Undefeated. A riveting story filled with heartbreaking injuries, miraculous finishes, and tested relationships—featuring a roster of gridiron greats, including Bob Griese, Earl Morrall, Larry Csonka, Paul Warfield, Mercury Morris, Nick Buoniconti and others—Undefeated follows a underdog team on its remarkable run: 14 regular season victories, 2 postseason wins, and a Super Bowl championship. It is a book no football fan will want to miss.
How did one team defy the odds to achieve what no other in NFL history has managed?
- A Legendary Coach: Go inside the locker room with Don Shula, the demanding leader who forged a team of champions from the ashes of a humiliating Super Bowl loss.
- The Perfect Season: A game-by-game chronicle of the Dolphins’ unprecedented 17-0 run, from miraculous finishes to the injuries that tested their resolve.
- The No-Name Defense: Discover the story behind the league’s most underestimated defensive unit, a group of unsung heroes who systematically dismantled their opponents.
- An Unforgettable Roster: Meet the gridiron greats who made it happen—from the punishing runs of Larry Csonka and the explosive speed of Mercury Morris to the cool precision of Bob Griese.
"In this homage to the 1972 Miami Dolphins, Freeman's classic book will enthrall readers with the extraordinary story of a team that went through 14 regular season games and two playoff games to capture Super Bowl VII."
