THE STORY
On November 24, 2002, during an overtime game against the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions head coach Marty Mornhinweg won the coin toss and chose to kick off, opting to have the wind at his team's back. The Bears received the ball, drove 43 yards, and won the game with a 40-yard field goal. (en.wikipedia.org)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Detroit Lions
WHY IT MATTERS
Mornhinweg's decision was widely criticized and remains a notable example of an unconventional coaching choice in NFL history.