The Immaculate Reception
The greatest play in NFL history took place 52 years ago today...
December 23, 1972
The “Immaculate Reception,” possibly the greatest play in NFL history occurred on this date fifty-two years ago. The catch came during an American Football Conference divisional playoff game between the Pittsburg Steelers (10-3-1) and the Oakland Raiders (11-3) at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburg. The game was televised by NBC Sports a…
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