Giant Killer: The Carlton Haselrig Story - Paperback

by Carlton Haselrig (Author), Kevin Emily (Author)

Carlton Haselrig, a larger than life man from the small steel town of Johnstown, PA., accomplished what no other human being had ever done in wrestling or football. He won an unprecedented six NCAA wrestling titles. Then, as a surprise to all, Haselrig was drafted in the 12th round by the Pittsburgh Steelers without ever playing a down of college football. However, his feats didn't stop there. Haselrig made the Pro Bowl in his third year in the NFL. He defied the odds and was at the top of his game when his world came crashing down. The devastation of his fall from glory was paralleled and eventually overshadowed by his triumphant return to a meaningful life. This book tells the authorized complete life story of GIANT KILLER!