Slumping Vinatieri needed earlier re-evaluation by Colts
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Chances are if you're a football fan of a certain age, when you think of iconic NFL kickers, someone like George Blanda or Morten Andersen might come to mind. Otherwise you’ll almost certainly think of Adam Vinatieri. He was probably already a shoo-in HSlumping Vinatieri needed earlier re-evaluation by Colts
Chances are if you're a football fan of a certain age, when you think of iconic NFL kickers, someone like George Blanda or Morten Andersen might come to mind. Otherwise you’ll almost certainly think of Adam Vinatieri. He was probably already a shoo-in Hall of Famer when he left the Patriots after the 2005 season, having played a significant role in three Super Bowl championships. The Tuck Rule Game is remembered by some (OK, the 2001 Raiders) as a miscarriage of justice, but it’s also notable for the 45-yard kick Vinatieri made in the snow in the final minute to send the game to overtime. He also nailed a 23-yarder in the extra frame to advance the Patriots to the AFC Championship Game. Vinatieri hit two game-winning field goals from 40-plus yards in the final seconds of the Pats first two Super Bowl wins. Bill Belichick may be slightly biased in the matter, but his student of the game credentials are unquestioned. He’s rarely one for empty sentimentality, yet even he has said Vinatieri is the "greatest ki Read more