4th and Goal Every Day: Alabama's Relentless Pursuit of Perfection Hardcover – August 29, 2017

My first ever review for a book on Amazon and I must say that this must be the most insightful analysis of "The Process" that I've ever seen. It's almost like other SEC teams can cheat by reading this book but then again, it's also about Saban's Leadership and ability to get everyone in the organization to align and execute. Phil Savage does an amazing job of bringing his own opinion and experience working all of these years in the NFL and collegiate level. I've read all of the books on Nick Saban and this is packed full of juicy detail for CFB lovers even if you're not a "Roll Tide" person.

Finally someone on the inside wrote a book about The Process that we all keep hearing ad-nauseam over the years. This book shines a light on the foundation of The Process and how it continues to work regardless of personnel changes throughout the years. It is indeed an in-depth look at how ,under Nick Saban's leadership, The Process has yielded 5 national championships since 2009. In other words, every incoming freshman class since Nick Saban took over (2007) has received a national championship ring. Mind boggling indeed...Readers will be surprised to find out that The Process prefers 3-star players who eventually become 5-stars by their junior or senior years. Demotion to the scout team can happen to anybody even starters and backups. Once there the player has to earn his way back to the team. Meritocracy is alive and well at UA under the watchful eyes of The Process.

This book is a comprehensive and insightful breakdown of what it takes to build and sustain a top-flight college football program. Not only is there a lot of great information here for the college football fan, but this also ranks as one of the better general management books that I’ve ever read.My only ding is that the unyielding praise for Saban and the program is over-the-top and distracting and repetitive. I understand that Phil Savage is a program insider and “friend of Saban” so he has to praise the man, but the extent and repetition of it is amateurish and annoying. The author reminds the reader about Bama’s 4 national titles in 8 years at least three times per chapter. Often I find myself using my thumb to cover up the offending sentence (“This is development. This is why Alabama has won four titles in the last eight seasons.” (page 65), “Power is the propellant for five SEC titles, four national titles, and a 119-19 record since 2007.” (page 23)) and re-reading the passage without it — usually the sentence adds no value to its paragraph, and the section reads better without it. To me this suggests poor editing.If Phil Savage could take a red pen to roughly 67% of his Saban-worship and re-release this book as a 2nd edition (about 15 pages lighter), I could probably recommend it as the best book about management and organization I’ve ever read.

First, I am a graduate of The University of Alabama, so I had high hopes for this book. However, I was deeply disappointed in 4th and Goal Every Day. Savage takes what could be a 100-page book and, through unnecessary repetition, turns it into a 300-page book. Each chapter included an interesting tidbit or two, but Phil Savage felt the need to repeat those tidbits over and over and over and over for no real purpose. I only finished reading the book because I did not want to feel as though I wasted my money in buying it. Unfortunately, even with finishing it, I feel as though I wasted my money and the time spent reading the same thought multiple times throughout the book. I do not recommend this book at all.

Great book!! Phil Savage is insightful, analytical and this book was great to read in order to hear new information about how Saban runs the program. It is sad to see him go, but along with his commentary during games, the notes that he shared for many years with the coaches, and this book, he is truly a part of Alabama lore. Find a way to read it as it is great!

Great read! Phil explains Nick Saban's process in depth. It was fascinating how the analytics of players recruited or drafted is used. Phil has a 30 year relationship with Nick Saban, so he has much insight! This is the best book that I have ever read on Alabama Football, since the Bear Bryant Era!

Book started strong with details about recruiting and peace for Saban. Instead of giving more insight into Saban's process and history learning from the greats, the author spends more time on where he comes from and the state of Alabama. That's kind of interesting but not really what you expect. It's a middle of the pack read and I enjoyed the beginning chapters but lost interest towards the end.

Excellent insight into Alabama football and its incredibly successful head coach Nick Saban. This book is a must read for any football fan or any one seeking advice for finding success in any field or life. Phil does a great job putting what some might consider complex concepts into easily understood language. It's a book most will read again and again.

Excellent price and quality. Delivery was on time and communication was clear and precise. Would recommend

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Great read!