As he mapped out his steps for the 65-yard field goal attempt and a chance to break former teammate Matt Prater’s NFL record of 64 yards set six years earlier, he heard hollering from his sideline. Studies have shown a 65-yard field goal would require a foot speed of around 50 m.p.h. Sign Up NowHis halftime practice kick was a message to his coach. It was a dream of mine to play in this league and if I was able to have my name badge on the longest field goal in NFL history, I would love that,” McManus said. “I want a practice kick regardless of what happens because I want to see if the wind is moving it or if I miss it.

Source: thestar December 04, 2019 01:07 UTC