THE STORY
In the 2003 NFC Wild Card game between the New Orleans Saints and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saints kicker John Carney missed an extra point attempt in the first quarter. This miss proved costly as the Saints lost 20-19, ending their playoff run.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
New Orleans Saints, Jacksonville Jaguars
WHY IT MATTERS
The missed extra point was a pivotal moment that contributed to the Saints' narrow playoff defeat, highlighting the critical role of special teams in postseason games.