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sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Patriots coach Belichick allegedly used 'double uprights' trick to rattle kickers

Patriots coach Bill Belichick allegedly used a visual trick at Gillette Stadium—displaying a second set of yellow uprights on the video board to confuse opposing kickers—to gain an edge, a tactic highlighted on a podcast with screenshots and tied to misses like the 2012 AFC Championship; the report notes that other teams (e.g., the Eagles) reportedly tried a similar ploy but couldn’t replicate it due to venue screen placement.

via New York Post|

#bill-belichick #field-goal #mind-games

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Butker belts 69-yard FG to cap first half for Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker nailed a 69-yard field goal as time expired in the first half of Saturday night’s preseason game against the Buccaneers, giving the Chiefs a 9-0 halftime lead after earlier 45- and 58-yard FGs. The 69-yard attempt would have been an NFL regular-season record if counted; preseason marks have included longer attempts, such as a 70-yard try in 2025.

via NBC Sports|

#butker #field-goal #kansas-city-chiefs

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Ravens' Season Ends After Missed Field Goal and Player Reactions

The article discusses whether the Ravens should have tried to get closer for their final field goal attempt in a game against the Steelers, suggesting that attempting a shorter kick might have increased their chances of success, and highlighting the importance of strategic decision-making in critical game moments.

via NBC Sports|

#field-goal #game-strategy #lamar-jackson

sports10 months ago•6 min saved

Giants' Koo Misses Field Goal Amid Special Teams Struggles

Younghoe Koo intentionally pulled up on his field goal attempt due to a bobbled snap, not turf tripping, highlighting his strategic play. The article also discusses the NFL's top defensive units, including the Texans' exceptional pass defense, Browns' run defense, Cowboys' passing offense, and Bills' rushing attack, providing insights into their performances and key players.

via The New York Times|

#elite-nfl-units #field-goal #nfl

sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Eagles' Bold Calls and Packers' Struggles Highlight Critical Game Moments

In a game where the Packers lost 10-7 to the Eagles, their coach Matt LaFleur's decision to punt on fourth-and-11 instead of attempting a 58-yard field goal in the fourth quarter backfired, as the punt resulted in poor field position and the Eagles scored the winning touchdown on the next drive. Analytics suggest attempting the field goal would have been a better choice, potentially tying the game or giving the Packers a chance to win.

via NBC Sports|

#eagles #field-goal #fourth-quarter

sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Vanderbilt Student Scores $500K Kick on College GameDay

Tyler Hwang, a Vanderbilt student with a background in soccer and high school football, won the show's weekly kicking contest on College GameDay, impressively making a 45-yard field goal with a $750,000 prize on the line, showcasing his potential as a future kicker.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-gameday #field-goal #kicking-contest

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Kickers Brandon Aubrey and Joey Slye Launch Record-Setting Field Goals

NFL kickers are now routinely making 63- and even 70-yard field goals, with Brandon Aubrey and Joey Slye hitting 64- and 63-yard kicks respectively, indicating that the record for the longest field goal is likely to be broken soon as kickers' range continues to expand in the modern NFL.

via NBC Sports|

#brandon-aubrey #field-goal #joey-slye

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Jaguars' Cam Little kicks impressive 70-yard field goal in preseason

Cam Little of the Jacksonville Jaguars kicked a 70-yard field goal in a preseason game, which would have been an NFL record if it counted, but it didn't due to the game being preseason. Despite this, Little celebrated his impressive kick, which he plans to keep as a memento, and he aims to replicate it in the regular season.

via The Guardian|

#cam-little #field-goal #jaguars

sports1 year ago•0 min saved

Jaguars' Cam Little Launches 70-Yard Field Goal in Preseason

Cam Little, the Jacksonville Jaguars kicker, made a 70-yard field goal in a preseason game against the Steelers, nearly setting a record, and demonstrating his strong kicking ability for the upcoming NFL season.

via NBC Sports|

#cam-little #field-goal #jacksonville-jaguars

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Patriots' Bold 68-Yard FG Attempt Sparks Debate Over Hail Mary Alternatives

In a rare NFL decision, Patriots coach Jerod Mayo opted for a 68-yard field goal attempt by Joey Slye instead of a Hail Mary on the final play against the Colts, a gamble not seen in over a decade. Although Slye's kick fell just short, Mayo defended the choice, citing Slye's strong pregame performance. The decision was notable as no 68-yard field goal has ever been made in NFL history, and Hail Marys, while low probability, have been successful in recent games.

via CBS Sports|

#field-goal #jerod-mayo #joey-slye

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Buccaneers Edge Panthers in Overtime Thriller

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 26-23 overtime victory against the Carolina Panthers, tying for the NFC South lead with the Atlanta Falcons, who hold the tiebreaker. The game was a back-and-forth battle, with the Panthers taking a late lead on Bryce Young's touchdown pass, only for the Bucs to tie with a last-second field goal. In overtime, a fumble by Panthers' Chuba Hubbard allowed the Bucs to drive for the winning field goal. Bucs' rookie Bucky Irving had a standout performance with 152 rushing yards and a touchdown.

via NBC Sports|

#buccaneers #field-goal #nfl

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Iowa Edges Nebraska with Last-Second Field Goal in Black Friday Clash

Nebraska football suffered a heartbreaking 13-10 loss to Iowa after a last-second 53-yard field goal. Despite leading 10-0 at halftime, Nebraska's second-half mistakes, including a crucial turnover, allowed Iowa to tie and eventually win the game. Nebraska ends the regular season 6-6, while Iowa finishes 8-4, as both teams look towards bowl season.

via Sports Illustrated|

#bowl-season #college-football #field-goal

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Bears' Special Teams Struggles Highlighted in Loss to Vikings

The Chicago Bears failed to address a field goal protection issue identified by the Packers, leading to another blocked kick by the Vikings' Jerry Tillery in their recent game. This oversight contributed to the Bears' loss in overtime. Vikings players noted the Bears' lack of adjustments, with linebacker Pat Jones II expressing surprise at their unchanged protection scheme. Cairo Santos, the Bears' kicker, acknowledged the problem but emphasized it extends beyond individual responsibility, highlighting the need for immediate corrective action.

via NBC Sports|

#cairo-santos #chicago-bears #field-goal

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

NFL Confirms Packers' Blocked Field Goal Against Bears Was Legal

The NFL has ruled that the Green Bay Packers' blocked field goal against the Chicago Bears was a clean play, rejecting the Bears' appeal that the Packers lined up illegally. The decision leaves the Bears with a 4-6 record, impacting their playoff hopes. Despite the loss, Bears head coach Matt Eberflus emphasized the positives and the need for improvement in all phases of the game.

via Athlon Sports|

#chicago-bears #controversy #field-goal

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

NFL Confirms Packers' Game-Winning Block Against Bears Was Legal

The NFL has confirmed that the Green Bay Packers' blocked field goal against the Chicago Bears was legal, dismissing the Bears' claim of a foul due to illegal contact with the long snapper. The league's review found the play clean, as contact by Packers' T.J. Slaton occurred after the snap, and the block was primarily due to Karl Brooks' successful maneuver. The Packers won the game 20-19, and the controversy over the play's legality has been resolved.

via Packers Wire|

#chicago-bears #field-goal #game-controversy