place kick

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The most famous place kick in Five Nations history was undoubtedly John Taylor's last-minute touchline effort for Wales to win a pulsating match against Scotland 19-18 at Murrayfield in 1971.

From The Guardian • Feb. 18, 2011

Bronko Nagurski finished his football career with two touchdowns, and Pharmer made the place kick which won the game.

From Time Magazine Archive

Allen's place kick made the game, a tie, 14-to-14.

From Time Magazine Archive

Dartmouth had scored 16 points on two touchdowns and a place kick.

From Time Magazine Archive

After a touchdown, which counts five, a place kick for goal is attempted.

From Outdoor Sports and Games by Miller, Claude H.