

Overview
Features several of the sport's major stars, past and present, including NCAA record-setting wide receiver Jerry Rice, national championship-winning head coaches Barry Switzer and Nick Saban, Heisman Trophy winner Andre Ware and many more.
Top Cast

Jerry Rice
Self

Barry Switzer
Self

Nick Saban
Self

Andre Ware
Self
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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