The 8 Craziest Plays in NFL History

The Immaculate Reception: Franco Harris' miraculous catch in 1972, deflected off a defender, led the Steelers to an improbable playoff win.

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The Music City Miracle: In 1999, the Titans' lateral-filled kickoff return for a touchdown stunned the Bills in a playoff game.

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The Butt Fumble: Mark Sanchez's infamous collision with his own lineman resulted in a fumble recovery for a touchdown by the Patriots in 2012.

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The Miracle at the Meadowlands: Herman Edwards' game-winning fumble return touchdown for the Eagles against the Giants in 1978.

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The River City Relay: The Saints' multi-lateral play, including a touchdown pass and two laterals, to beat the Jaguars in 2003.

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The Beast Quake: Marshawn Lynch's legendary 67-yard touchdown run through the Saints' defense in the 2010 playoffs.

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The Minneapolis Miracle: In 2018, Stefon Diggs' last-second catch and run for a touchdown lifted the Vikings over the Saints in the playoffs.

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The Philly Special: The Eagles' gutsy trick play in Super Bowl LII, with quarterback Nick Foles catching a touchdown pass.

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