Greg Zuerlein after a winning field goal against the Chargers. Sep 19, 2021; Inglewood, California, USA; Dallas Cowboys kicker Greg Zuerlein (2) celebrates after kicking a 56-yard field goal as time expires against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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A field goal in the final seconds can be a trying moment, even from a more conventional distance like 37 yards. A field goal from 56 yards out is much harder under any circumstances, but it’s especially difficult in the final seconds. Dallas Cowboys’ kicker Greg Zuerlein (seen above after the game) made it look easy against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday afternoon, though, drilling a kick from 56 yards out to give them a 20-17 road win:

That’s an impressive kick, and it was part of Zuerlein’s perfect two-for-two showing on the day. And it gave the Cowboys their first win this year.

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Andrew Bucholtz has been covering sports media for Awful Announcing since 2012. He is also a staff writer for The Comeback. His previous work includes time at Yahoo! Sports Canada and Black Press.

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