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Panthers make a huge mistake on a punt leading to another score for the Broncos in the Super Bowl
Panthers make a huge mistake on a punt leading to another score for the Broncos in the Super Bowl
Scott DavisFeb 8, 2016, 06:40 IST
The Denver Broncos extended their lead to 13-7 after kicking another field goal.
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They got into field goal range, in part, because of a huge, 61-yard punt return from receiver Jordan Norwood.
However, his run, which set a new Super Bowl record, was helped by a confused Panthers defense that thought he called for a fair catch on the punt.
Here's the play:
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It's unclear where, exactly, Panthers thought Norwood called for a fair catch, but clearly some Panthers players were confused.Via StreamableHere's a replay that shows Norwood up close:Either way, the huge run put the Broncos in field goal position. The Panthers were lucky they didn't score a touchdown on the possession.In a game this big and close (so far), every point counts, and Carolina's belief that Norwood signaled a fair catch could come back to haunt them.
