Super Short Summary

The Blind Side by Michael Lewis tells the intersecting stories of Michael Oher, who became a successful NFL left tackle after starting as an under-the-radar player in a small Evangelical Christian high school, and the evolution of the NFL's passing game. It also follows Tom Lemming, the first national high school football scout, whose evaluations changed college recruiting. Amidst this backdrop, Oher's journey intersects with the wealthy Tuohy family, whose support helps him achieve athletic and academic success. Topics include poverty, drug addiction, and systemic inequalities.