
In the beginning, the rules were simple. There weren’t any.
Dodge Connolly is a charming, brash football hero determined to guide his team from bar brawls to packed stadiums. But after his players lose their sponsor and the entire league faces certain collapse, Dodge convinces a college football star to join his ragtag ranks. The captain hopes his latest move will help the struggling sport finally capture the country’s attention.
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for brief strong language
Principal Cast: George Clooney, Renée Zellweger, John Krasinski
Director: George Clooney

In 1925, college football is very popular - professional football, however, not so much.
Themes: History, Change, Competition, Dichotomy, Popularity, Business, Shortsighted, Potential, Football
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Dodge finds a better role than kicker on the team for his rather large teammate.
Themes: Competition, Teamwork, Purpose, Individuality, Instruction, Talents, Aggression, Coaching, Evaluation
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