World's Longest Field Goal- Robot vs NFL Kicker
Mark Rober・18 minutes read
Matt Prater competes in a kicking challenge with Mark, aiming to showcase his skills and techniques, while a robot designed for kicking undergoes upgrades and testing to enhance performance, ultimately outpacing Prater's speed and power.
Insights
- Matt Prater holds the NFL record for the longest field goal ever, emphasizing the importance of leg speed and precise ball contact for success in long-distance kicking.
- The competition between Matt Prater, Mark, and Finkle highlights the advancements in technology with a kicking robot outperforming human kickers in both foot speed and ball speed, showcasing the evolving landscape of sports training and performance enhancement.
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Recent questions
How long is Matt Prater's record-breaking field goal?
Matt Prater's record-breaking field goal is 64 yards, surpassing Tom Dempsey's 63-yard record. Prater emphasizes the importance of leg speed and hitting the ball 2.2 inches up from the bottom for long field goals.
Who challenges Matt Prater in a kicking competition?
Mark challenges Matt Prater to a kicking competition in Detroit, with a Gatorade bath wager for the loser. Mark learns proper kicking techniques from Prater and showcases his progress during the competition.
What is the speed of Finkle's foot compared to Prater's?
Finkle's foot moves at 82 mph, while Prater's foot is at 48 mph. The robot's foot, however, is faster than both of them. This speed comparison is recorded in slow-mo with a checkerboard background.
What is the ball speed after contact for Prater and the robot?
After contact, Prater's ball speed is at 80 mph, while the robot's ball speed is at 120 mph. This showcases the power and accuracy of the robot in kicking field goals.
What happens when Finkle attempts an 83-yard field goal?
When Finkle attempts an 83-yard field goal, the key shaft breaks due to excessive force. This demonstrates the challenges and risks involved in attempting such long-distance kicks.
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Summary
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"Kicking Competition: Matt Prater vs. Mark"
- Matt Prater is the placekicker for the Detroit Lions, holding the NFL record for the longest field goal ever.
- A robot was created to challenge Matt Prater's kicking abilities.
- A competition is set up between Mark and Matt in Detroit to determine who is the better kicker.
- Matt Prater arrives with his personal trainer, Pax, for the challenge.
- Matt Prater's record-breaking field goal of 64 yards surpassed Tom Dempsey's 63-yard record.
- Matt Prater emphasizes the importance of leg speed and hitting the ball 2.2 inches up from the bottom for long field goals.
- Mark learns the proper technique for kicking field goals from Matt Prater.
- Mark challenges Matt Prater to a kicking competition with a Gatorade bath wager for the loser.
- Mark attempts field goals against Matt Prater, showcasing his progress and techniques.
- Mark's robot, designed for kicking field goals, undergoes multiple upgrades and testing to achieve power and accuracy.
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"Field Goal Competition: Speed and Power"
- Matt attempts a 70-yard field goal, missing for the first time that day.
- Finkle steps in to potentially win the competition with an 84-yard field goal.
- Foot speed comparison between Finkle and Prater is recorded in slow-mo with a checkerboard background.
- Finkle's foot moves at 82 mph, while Prater's is at 48 mph; the robot's foot is faster.
- Ball speed after contact: Prater at 80 mph, robot at 120 mph.
- Mark introduces the "40 Mile an Hour Blanket" for measuring speed using squares.
- Finkle attempts an 83-yard field goal, breaking the key shaft due to excessive force.
