Justin Tucker’s NFL Record Field Goal Secures Controversial Ravens Win Over Lions

Written By Danny Lawhon on September 26, 2021
Justin Tucker Record Field Goal September 2021

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The Detroit Lions’ fanbase is unfortunately accustomed to experiencing heartbreaking losses. However, the recent addition of a Justin Tucker NFL record field goal by the Baltimore Ravens has created a fresh wound in their long list of painful memories.

In the last moments of the game, Tucker unleashed a powerful kick, launching the football an impressive 66 yards through the goalposts. This incredible feat not only established a new record in the league but also secured a triumphant 19-17 win for the Ravens over Detroit. As a result, the Lions suffered their third consecutive loss, leaving them at 0-3 for the season.

However, the officiating debate arises regarding whether the Ravens should have attempted a kick from 66 yards on the final play.

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Officiating controversy at end of Lions-Ravens game

At the Detroit 48-yard line and only seven seconds left on the game clock, Baltimore’s quarterback Lamar Jackson snapped the ball despite the play clock seemingly having already expired. Surprisingly, the on-field referees did not stop the play, avoiding a delay-of-game penalty that could have resulted in a potentially altered end-of-game situation.

As the game unfolded, Jackson hurled the ball into the stands, halting the game clock with a mere 3 seconds remaining. Subsequently, Tucker made his way onto the field to execute the winning kick.

Justin Tucker’s record kick had significant moneyline implications

This week marked the inaugural NFL season in Michigan where betting on football games is legal. The potential for a surprising victory by the Detroit team would have intensified the agony of the final moments of the game.

Week 1 and the current situation are distinct. If bets were placed strategically, the Lions’ late resurgence against the San Francisco 49ers, resulting in a 41-33 loss, could have unexpectedly covered the spread. However, on this particular Sunday, there was no uncertainty about the spread. Baltimore was favored by 7.5 to 8 points by kickoff time at FanDuel Sportsbook and other platforms, after initially being set at around 10 points in most sportsbooks.

The moneyline situation could have had significant consequences. For instance, at DraftKings Sportsbook, the Lions ended up as underdogs with a straight-up odds of +280 against Baltimore. Meanwhile, PointsBet Sportsbook had the Detroit moneyline reaching as high as +300 just before the game started. On the opposing side, the Ravens had gained momentum, resulting in a -400 moneyline favoritism at BetMGM Sportsbook.

Bettors who are considering the Ravens for teaser bets or including them in a large parlay should take into account the aforementioned figure. This is similar to what happened last week at BetMGM, where a 16-leg bet resulted in a free bettor being offered a six-figure payout before the Lions’ loss to the Packers on Monday Night Football.

The Ravens secured a victory with a remarkable field goal from Justin Tucker, following a potential missed delay-of-game call.

However, the expenses associated with gambling on these games can extend extensively.

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