ESPN.com · Dec 8, 2024
Blocked punt return helps Rams to early lead over Bills
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INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- For the first time since the 2018 season, the Los Angeles Rams returned a blocked punt for a touchdown.
The score came early in the second quarter, when Bills punter Sam Martin's attempt was blocked by inside linebacker Jacob Hummel. The ball was picked up by tight end Hunter Long, who returned it 22 yards for a touchdown.
PUNT BLOCKED! TO THE HOUSE FOR SIX!
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— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 8, 2024It was Long's first touchdown since he was traded to Los Angeles as part of the Jalen Ramsey trade in March 2023.