What Was The Longest Play In NFL History?
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The longest play in NFL history is the Miami Dolphins’ “lateral play” against the San Diego Chargers, which took place on November 13, 1994.
The Longest Play In NFL History
The Longest Play In NFL History was a 99-yard touchdown run by Tony Dorsett, of the Dallas Cowboys, against the Minnesota Vikings on January 3, 1983.
The New England Patriots’ “Snow Bowl” Game-Winning Touchdown
In the 2001 “Snow Bowl” game between the New England Patriots and the Oakland Raiders, the Patriots’ Tom Brady threw a 54-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Troy Brown with just seconds remaining on the clock, giving the Patriots a consecutive victory and a berth in the Super Bowl. The play, which has become known as the “Snow Bowl” game-winning touchdown, is widely considered to be one of the longest plays in NFL history.
The “Music City Miracle”
The longest play in NFL history is the “Music City Miracle.” On January 8th, 2000, the Tennessee Titans were playing the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Wild Card game. The Titans were down 16-15 with just 16 seconds left in the game. The Bills punted the ball to the Titans, and returner Frank Wycheck caught the ball and threw it laterally to Kevin Dyson. Dyson then ran 75 yards for a touchdown, giving the Titans a 22-16 win.
The “Immaculate Reception”
The “Immaculate Reception” is widely regarded as the greatest play in NFL history. The play occurred during a divisional playoff game between the Oakland Raiders and the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 23, 1972. With the Steelers trailing 7-6 with just seconds remaining in the game, Pittsburgh quarterback Terry Bradshaw attempted a pass to running back John Fuqua in the end zone. However, the pass was deflected by Oakland’s Jack Tatum and caromed into the waiting arms of Steelers running back Franco Harris, who then raced 43-yards for a touchdown to give Pittsburgh a 13-7 lead with just seconds remaining. The play has been commemorated with a statue outside of Heinz Field, and is one of the most iconic moments in NFL history.
