The Arizona Cardinals have released their top 10 special teams plays of the 2024 season, showcasing the team’s exciting moments from the past year. From kickoff returns to game-winning field goals, the Cardinals’ special teams unit made significant contributions to the team’s success.
Here are the top 7 special teams plays of the season:
1. *DeeJay Dallas’ 96-Yard Kickoff Return*: In the season opener against the Buffalo Bills, Dallas returned a kickoff 96 yards for a touchdown, marking the first dynamic kickoff return in NFL history.
2. *Chad Ryland’s 58-Yard Game-Tying Field Goal*: In Week 16 against the Carolina Panthers, Ryland nailed a 58-yard field goal to send the game into overtime.
3. *DeeJay Dallas’ 22-Yard Fake Punt Run*: In the season finale against the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas took a direct snap on a fake punt and rushed for 22 yards, setting up a game-tying field goal.
4. *Greg Dortch’s Punt Recovery*: In Week 8 against the Miami Dolphins, Dortch recovered a punt that had been batted back to the Miami 5-yard line, setting up a Cardinals’ scoring opportunity.
5. *Chad Ryland’s 57-Yard Field Goal*: In the same game against the Dolphins, Ryland kicked a 57-yard field goal, which was his career-long at the time.
These plays showcase the Cardinals’ special teams unit’s ability to make game-changing plays and provide a spark for the team. With the 2025 season on the horizon, fans can expect more exciting moments from the Cardinals’ special teams unit.
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