NFL world reacts to Bears kicker Cairo Santos' doink vs. Patriots
Bears kicker Cairo Santos had a single doink versus the Patriots, and it caused quite the reaction, especially from Chicago fans.
The Chicago Bears faced a tumultuous Thursday night game against the New England Patriots, with a series of unfortunate events that left fans and analysts alike in a state of despair. Despite holding a lead for the entire game, the Bears' chances of victory were shattered when kicker Cairo Santos missed a crucial 53-yard field goal.
His poorly executed kick not only bounced off the right upright, but it also did a 'double doink,' echoing the painful memories of Cody Parkey's failed field goal attempt that led to the Bears' loss against the Philadelphia Eagles in the wild-card playoffs back in January 2019.
The replay of Santos' doink on Amazon Prime only exacerbated the fans' frustration, as Al Michaels, the commentator, broke the silence with the phrase 'double doink'. This incident sparked a wave of reactions on Twitter from both fans and sports journalists. Many expressed their disappointment, while others questioned the decision to air the clip on the network.
The incident also reignited debates about Cairo Santos' reliability and whether he should remain on the roster, with some calling for the end of his career in Chicago.
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