field goal

Example Sentences

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When the New England Patriots blocked a field goal in this year’s AFC Championship game, putting the team on the cusp of a Super Bowl trip, Austin Sagan wasn’t cheering like his Patriots-obsessed dad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The Chargers won by three at SoFi, but the Broncos held their second-stringers to a mere field goal in the regular-season finale with Denver winning at home, 19-3.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

James reached the points record earlier in part because Abdul-Jabbar played much of his career before the introduction of the three-pointer, but the field goal record is further testament to his longevity and prowess.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

The Trojans went six straight minutes in the first without a field goal, then gave up an 8-0 run to Indiana in the final 1:22 of the quarter.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

“That’s right. Push ’em out of field goal range.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden