Bills’ Tyler Bass named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week

Bills’ Tyler Bass named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week

Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance in Week 9’s win over the Miami Dolphins.

In the win, Bass accounted for one-third of the Bills’ points (10). He was 3-for-3 on field goal attempts and 1-for-2 on extra points.

The most crucial kick, and the kick that played the biggest role in him receiving the award, was a 61-yarder which proved to be the game-winner with five seconds left.

Along with the game-winner, Bass also connected on field goals from 40 and 49 yards out, an area which he has struggled in.

The 61-yarder was not only a career-long for Bass, but it was a franchise record for the Bills. It is the only 60-yard field goal in Bills history. He surpassed Steve Christie, who connected on a 59-yarder in 1993.

Following the game, Josh Allen told CBS Sports, “I’m emotional for him. He’s been battling his butt off, fighting adversity. You saw that today. To be there in the biggest moment and nail that for us… I’m so proud of him. I love that man.”

That support from his teammates is what led to Bass getting emotional while receiving the game ball after the game.

Here’s another look at the new record for the longest field goal in Bills history.

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