As we gear up for wild-card weekend, it’s time to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Here are the five best wild-card games in playoff history that have left an indelible mark on the hearts of fans and players alike.
1️⃣ In 2015, Kansas City Royals vs Houston Astros was a game etched into our memories. The Royals were trailing by four runs with only six outs remaining when they made one of the most remarkable comebacks in baseball history. They scored seven runs in two innings to win 9-6 and went on to win their first World Series since 1985.
2️⃣ The Buffalo Bills’ epic comeback against the Houston Oilers during the NFL Wild Card playoffs in 1993 is another unforgettable moment. After being down by a whopping deficit of 32 points, backup quarterback Frank Reich led one of sport’s greatest comebacks ever seen as he steered his team towards victory from such an unlikely position.
3️⃣ Who could forget about Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals clash that took place back in January 2016? With less than two minutes left on the clock and trailing by just one point, Steelers pulled off an incredible last-minute field goal which saw them winning this nail-biting encounter.
4️⃣ Fourth on our list is Seattle Seahawks vs New Orleans Saints showdown from January 2011. Marshawn Lynch’s “Beast Quake” run remains iconic even today; shaking defenders off him like flies while leading his team to victory after what seemed like an impossible task at hand initially.
5️⃣ Lastly but certainly not least would be Minnesota Vikings versus New Orleans Saints match-up from January 2018 where Stefon Diggs caught Case Keenum’s pass as time expired for a touchdown – known famously now as ‘The Minneapolis Miracle’.
These five wildcard games are proof that anything can happen once you step onto the field of play. They encapsulate the essence of sports: passion, determination and a never-say-die attitude that can turn around any game at any given moment.
As we look forward to this year’s wild-card weekend, let us remember these thrilling moments from the past. The unpredictability is what makes these games so exciting – one minute you think you’ve got it all figured out, and in an instant everything changes.
So sit back, relax and enjoy as we anticipate more history-making matches filled with breathtaking performances that will be talked about for years to come! 🏈
