IMAGE GALLERY: Danny Woodhead Draws 300 Fans

Off the field, Danny Woodhead doesn't look like NFL material. But his career has shown that even small guys can succeed in professional football.

The unlikely rise of the small-statured running back for the New England Patriots is the subject of a children's book: Danny Woodhead: A Football Dream Come True.

On Tuesday, Woodhead kicked off publication of the book with a signing event in Milford, which drew nearly 300 people. Woodhead was joined at the signing by author Jon Goode and illustrator Rachel Gregorio.

The children's book describes how Woodhead, an undersized and underestimated Nebraskan, rose professionally to become a key player for the Patriots. Goode said Woodhead made the ideal subject: "His career just seems to be a children's book. He's a real-life children's book."

Signed by the Pats in 2010, Woodhead was "flattered" when he was approached by the writer, who wanted to capture his story for young readers, said Chris Gittings, Woodhead's sports agent.

Fans who turned out for the book signing Tuesday ranged in age from elementary grades to retirement.

Sales of the book It is being sold online at woodheadfootballdream.com, and will be sold soon at The Paper Store outlets.