Jim Harbaugh Calls Free-Kick Field Goal His Favorite Football Rule
Jim Harbaugh expressed his excitement over the free-kick field goal after a recent game, highlighting its unique place in football.
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San Francisco: So, you know that free-kick field goal? Jim Harbaugh is totally into it. After Cameron Dicker nailed a 57-yarder, Harbaugh couldn’t help but share his love for the play. It’s been a while since anyone tried one, with the last attempt back in 2019.
He reminisced about a 71-yard attempt by Phil Dawson when he was coaching the 49ers. Harbaugh joked about how he’s always wanted to pull off one of those kicks. “It’s my favorite rule in football,” he said, clearly excited about Dicker’s success.
He mentioned how they had prepped for this moment. When the penalty came after the fair catch, he felt it was their chance to shine. “This is our moment,” he thought, and it paid off big time.
Harbaugh also pointed out how cool it is that you don’t have to back up eight yards for the snap. It’s right at the spot, making it even more special. And since it was the first successful attempt since 1976, it’s a memory he’ll cherish.
“It was really cool,” he said, and you could tell he meant it. It’s moments like these that make football so exciting.