Hail Mary pass - Wikipedia
WEBA Hail Mary pass is a very long forward pass in American football, typically made in desperation, with an exceptionally small chance of achieving a completion. Due to the difficulty of a completion with this pass, it makes reference to the Catholic " Hail Mary " prayer for strength and help.
How Roger Staubach and Drew Pearson Made the 'Hail Mary' Pass …
WEBAug 6, 2021 · In 1975, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach popularized the term "Hail Mary" to describe his miracle, winning touchdown pass to fellow Pro Football Hall of Famer Drew Pearson in a...
List of Hail Mary passes - Wikipedia
WEBIn the National Football League, Eli Manning completed a Hail Mary pass in January 2012. This is a list, ordered by year, of famous Hail Mary plays from collegiate and professional football in the United States.
7 of the Greatest Hail Mary Passes of All Time - HISTORY
WEBOct 13, 2021 · Here are seven of the most famous Hail Mary passes in football history: 1. BYU's Jim McMahon to Clay Brown vs. Southern Methodist (Holiday Bowl), December 19, 1980. Situation: Third and...
Sanders connects with Wester on Hail Mary in regulation ... - ABC …
WEB19 hours ago · LaJohntay Wester caught a 43-yard Hail Mary pass from Shedeur Sanders with no time remaining in regulation and Travis Hunter forced a fumble at the 1-yard line in overtime as Colorado rallied for ...
The Hail Mary Play In Football Explained - vIQtory Sports
WEBAug 6, 2024 · The Hail Mary pass is a high arching pass by the quarterback, which he throws toward the end zone hoping that one of his five receivers will catch the ball over the defenders. The quarterback will drop back as far as he can, then he will often throw the football as far as he possibly can.
NFL's first 'Hail Mary' took place 48 years ago today; the story …
WEBDec 28, 2023 · The pass, which took place on December 28, 1975, lifted the Cowboys to an upset win over the defending NFC champion Vikings in the divisional round of the playoffs. Back then, the Vikings played...
Dallas Cowboys win playoff game on “Hail Mary” pass - HISTORY
WEBNov 23, 2021 · On December 28, 1975, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach throws a 50-yard touchdown pass to Drew Pearson in the waning seconds to beat the Minnesota Vikings in a playoff game, 17-14.
Here's the history of the NFL's 'Hail Mary' pass on its 41st ...
WEBDec 28, 2016 · Notre Dame's comeback win against Ohio State on Nov. 2, 1935, named the best game in the first 100 years of football by the Associated Press in 1969, is considered to be the first case of the...
The History of the Hail Mary in Football
WEBNov 16, 2023 · The Hail Mary pass became etched in football folklore on December 28, 1975, during an NFL playoff game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Minnesota Vikings. With seconds left on the clock and the Cowboys trailing, quarterback Roger Staubach threw a 50-yard pass to receiver Drew Pearson, who caught it for a touchdown, clinching a stunning victory.
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