History awaits: Will the Super Bowl finally see a punt return touchdown?

The first touchdown in Super Bowl history came on a pass from Bart Starr to Max McGee 59 years ago for the Green Bay Packers.

NFL fans torch Rams returner after muffed punt leads to crucial Seahawks touchdown

Los Angeles Rams returner Xavier Smith faced immense criticism after he muffed a punt at a critical moment of their NFC Championship Game against the Seattle Seahawks.
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Dareke Young's Muffed Punt Fumble Recovery Puts Seahawks In Scoring Position

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Dareke Young recovers Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Xavier Smith's fumble on a punt-return attempt during the NFC Championship Game of the 2025 NFL season.
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Stafford on Smith's muffed punt: 'We had our opportunities after that to grab hold of the game'

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford reflects on wide receiver Xavier Smith's muffed punt that ended up giving the Seattle Seahawks prime field position in the NFC Championship Game. New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reflects on 29-13 ...

Matthew Stafford Had Powerful Message for Rams’ Punter Returner After Costly Mistake

This was true leadership from the Rams' star quarterback.