Eyeshield 21

Quiet and undersized, Deimon High student Sena Kobayakawa has spent years as an easy mark for bullies. Constantly being sent on errands, though, has left him unusually quick on his feet and adept at slipping through crowds. When sharp-witted Deimon Devil Bats captain Youichi Hiruma spots Sena’s lightning-fast sprint, he pressures the timid boy into joining the American football team.

To keep rival clubs from discovering his identity, Sena is made to play behind a mirrored visor as “Eyeshield 21,” the number 21 running back surrounded by rumors of impossible speed and alleged accomplishments in the United States at Notre Dame College. What began as a habit of running away from trouble becomes a strength on the field, as Sena grows into a crucial hidden asset and starts building confidence through his teammates and the connections he forms.