What Is the Longest Drive in NFL History?
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In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the longest drive in NFL history.
Introduction
The longest drive in NFL history is 92 yards and was accomplished by the Kansas City Chiefs against the Denver Broncos on November 13, 1983. The drive, which took 8:44 off the clock, occurred in the fourth quarter and ended with a field goal by Chiefs’ kicker Jan Stenerud. The field goal put the Chiefs ahead 16-10 and they went on to win the game 19-10.
The longest drive in NFL history is also the longest drive in Chiefs’ franchise history.
The Longest Drive in NFL History
In NFL history, the longest drive ever recorded was 99 yards. This drive occurred during a game between the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets on October 23, 1983. Miami quarterback David Woodley completed a pass to wide receiver Mark Clayton, who then ran for the remaining 99 yards to score a touchdown.
The Drive’s Impact on the Game
The Drive was not the only factor in the Broncos’ comeback win. The Browns also gave up a safety on a bad snap by quarterback Bernie Kosar, and missed two field goal attempts in the fourth quarter. Nevertheless, the Drive was the most dramatic moment in the game, and is considered one of the greatest comebacks in NFL history.
The Broncos went on to win the AFC Championship and Super Bowl XXI. The Browns have not been to a Super Bowl since.
The Drive’s Legacy
The Drive has been remembered as one of the great moments in NFL history. Many fans and sportswriters consider it to be one of the most dramatic drives in NFL history. NBC Sports ranked The Drive as the sixth greatest moment in NFL history. Los Angeles Times sportswriter Jim Murray called The Drive “John Elway’s finest hour … maybe the finest football game ever played.”
