The 2024 season seems to be going by in a flash and we are somehow already through five weeks of action. This week can be defined by unique touchdowns, from defense to special teams, everyone in all positions were finding themselves in the end zone.
Heading into this weekend, there was just one winless team, but the Jacksonville Jaguars are winless no more. They defeated the Indianapolis Colts, 37-34, in a game that came down to a field goal in the final seconds.
We also had our first international game of the season, coming to us from London. The Minnesota Vikings protected their undefeated season so far, while the New York Jets showed some clear struggles in the 23-17 loss.
Defensive TD frenzy
Not only where there multiple defensive trips to the end zone this week, they made history. This is the first time in NFL history that there were two 100-plus yard defensive touchdowns in the same day. Not to mention, they happened just minutes apart.
One came from the game between the Seattle Seahawks and New York Giants. The Giants were half a yard from the end zone, but a fumble on the goal line from Eric Gray, turned into a Seahawks recovery from Rayshawn Jenkins, who took it all the way to the other end.
Take a look at the wild play:
The second of the day was a pick-six. Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II intercepted Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew and took it 100-yards to the house.
Here’s a look at the play that made history:
And just for fun, here is a bonus unique defensive touchdown:
Special teams TDs
It wasn’t just a day of defensive touchdowns, special teams stepped up as well.
The Giants blocked a field goal attempt and ran it back to extend their lead with one minute to go in the fourth. Instead of tying things up, the Seahawks found themselves down by two scores.
The 49ers also blocked a kick against the Cardinals and got another six…
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Author : Shanna McCarriston
Publish date : 2024-10-07 15:16:50
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