Patriots devised perfect way to mess with opposing field-goal kickers
The New England Patriots have admitted to using a video board trick to distract opposing field-goal kickers for over a decade
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Source diversity sample: 98.5 The Sports Hub · bleacherreport.com · The Big Lead · USA Today · Yahoo Sports · Fox News · AOL.com · Yardbarker.
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What happened
The revelation has sparked a mix of reactions from the NFL world, with some praising the strategy as clever and others criticizing it as unsportsmanlike. The Patriots' use of this tactic has affected numerous games over the years, potentially influencing the outcomes of key moments.
The NFL has not yet commented on whether any rules were broken or if disciplinary action will be taken. The public awaits further statements from the league and reactions from players and coaches.
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Who reported it (11)
- Why the Patriots may have had a serious special teams advantage at Gillette Stadium 98.5 The Sports Hub · 5h ago
- Patriots' Clever Visual Illusion During Opponent Field Goals Spotlighted in Trending Photos bleacherreport.com · 5h ago
- Patriots reportedly used a video board trick to mess with opposing kickers for over a decade The Big Lead · 5h ago
- Did Patriots use video boards to confuse kickers? 1 breakdown has theories USA Today · 5h ago
- ‘Biggest Cheaters in Sports,’ ‘True Genius’ — NFL World Has Mixed Reactions to Patriots’ Illusion Tactic for Opposing Kickers Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- Former NFL employee floats wild tactic used by Bill Belichick, Patriots to trick opposing team's kickers Fox News · 5h ago
- ‘Biggest Cheaters in Sports,’ ‘True Genius’ — NFL World Has Mixed Reactions to Patriots’ Illusion Tactic for Opposing Kickers AOL.com · 5h ago
- Patriots reportedly used a video board trick to mess with opposing kickers for over a decade Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- 'I Absolutely Hate…': Pat McAfee Makes Feelings Clear on Bill Belichick’s Secret Tactics to Fool NFL Kickers as Ex-Coach Reveals All Yardbarker · 5h ago
- Bill Belichick used ‘diabolically clever’ field goal trick to gain Patriots edge in shocking reveal New York Post · 5h ago
- Patriots devised perfect way to mess with opposing field-goal kickers NBC Sports · 5h ago
Questions people are asking
What tactic did the Patriots use to distract opposing kickers?
The Patriots used a video board trick to create an optical illusion that confused opposing field-goal kickers.
How long did the Patriots use this tactic?
The Patriots reportedly used this tactic for over a decade.
What has been the reaction to the Patriots' revelation?
Reactions have been mixed, with some praising the tactic as clever and others criticizing it as unsportsmanlike.
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