THE STORY
On November 27, 1994, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino executed a 'fake spike' play against the New York Jets. With 22 seconds remaining and the Dolphins trailing 24–21, Marino feigned spiking the ball to stop the clock but instead threw an 8-yard touchdown pass to Mark Ingram, securing a 28–24 victory. (latimes.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
New York Jets, Dan Marino
WHY IT MATTERS
This play is renowned as one of the most memorable trick plays in NFL history, showcasing Marino's strategic ingenuity and significantly impacting the Dolphins' 1994 season.