Longest Non-Scoring Play in NFL History

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Percy Harvin (12) runs back a punt as Atlanta Falcons punter Matt Bosher (5) tries to tackle during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
(AP Photo/John Bazemore)

The longest non-scoring plays in NFL history belong to Percy Harvin and Ameer Abdullah.

On Nov. 27, 2011, Minnesota Vikings’ receiver Percy Harvin ran 104 yards on a kickoff return against the Atlanta Falcons. He was tackled at the 3-yard line, but Minnesota couldnโ€™t score on this drive despite the great field position. Atlanta also won the game, 24-14.

Four years later, Detroitโ€™s Ameer Abdullah returned a kick 104 yards against the Green Bay Packers, getting tackled at the half-yard line. The Lions would go on to win that game, 18-16.

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Nick Hennion

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Nick Hennion is a senior content writer for BetMGM. His previous stops include VSiN, NBC Sports, The Action Network and Forbes Betting. He owns a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and a master's degree from Northwestern University.

Nick Hennion is a senior content writer for BetMGM. His previous stops include VSiN, NBC Sports, The Action Network and Forbes Betting. He owns a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and a master's degree from Northwestern University.