Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass expressed regret over his missed 44-yard field goal attempt in the closing minutes of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs, which ultimately contributed to the Bills' 27-24 loss. Despite the miss, both Bass and quarterback Josh Allen emphasized the team's collective responsibility for the defeat. The game was marked by missed opportunities and defensive struggles, leading to the Bills' third consecutive postseason loss to the Chiefs.
Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass expressed feeling "terrible" after missing a game-tying field goal in the AFC Divisional Round against the Chiefs, leading to a 27-24 defeat. The miss drew painful comparisons to Scott Norwood's infamous "wide right" in the Bills' Super Bowl loss in 1991. Despite the disappointment, Bass received support from his teammates and expressed gratitude for being a Buffalo Bill.
Green Bay Packers' rookie kicker Anders Carlson's inconsistent performance throughout the season culminated in a crucial missed field goal in the playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Despite the team's patience and commitment to Carlson, his struggles with missed kicks, including six missed extra points and six missed field goal attempts, ultimately impacted the team's chances in the game. The Packers' coaching staff emphasized the need for Carlson to improve his consistency, acknowledging the missed opportunities and the impact on the team's performance. As the team looks ahead to the next season, there may be increased competition at the kicker position, reflecting a shift in expectations and the need for improved performance.
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur expressed disappointment after the team's playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers, emphasizing their belief in winning the game. LaFleur credited the 49ers for making critical plays and acknowledged missed opportunities by the Packers. He expressed uncertainty about the ongoing issue of missed field goals and highlighted the team's overall progress despite the loss.
The Green Bay Packers lament missed opportunities, including a crucial missed field goal by kicker Anders Carlson, in their 24-21 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC divisional round. Carlson, a rookie, has struggled throughout the season, missing 13 kicks, and the team faces a decision on whether to bring in competition for him in the offseason. Quarterback Jordan Love also reflects on his late interception, acknowledging the need to learn and improve from the experience.
A brawl erupted after Sam Houston State's 23-20 win over Middle Tennessee when a Sam Houston player said something to distraught kicker Zeke Rankin after he missed a potential game-tying field goal. The incident occurred after the game, and it remains to be seen what discipline Conference USA will impose on the players involved. This was Sam Houston's first season at the top level of college football.
Vanderbilt football suffered a 40-37 loss to UNLV after four turnovers and a missed field goal. Despite holding a 17-0 lead early on, the Commodores couldn't maintain their advantage due to turnovers. They rallied in the fourth quarter to tie the game twice but ultimately fell short. UNLV capitalized on Vanderbilt's mistakes and sealed the victory with a late field goal. Wide receiver London Humphreys stood out with 102 yards receiving on three catches.
