THE STORY
On November 22, 2012, during a Thanksgiving Day game at MetLife Stadium, New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez mishandled a handoff, collided with offensive lineman Brandon Moore's backside, and fumbled. New England Patriots safety Steve Gregory recovered the ball and returned it 32 yards for a touchdown, contributing to a 49–19 loss for the Jets. (washingtonpost.com)
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New York Jets
WHY IT MATTERS
The 'butt fumble' became one of the most infamous plays in NFL history, symbolizing the Jets' struggles during the 2012 season.