Odell's One Handed Catch Record Already Broken

this doesn't become the new "thing."

I was thinking tonight how cool it would be if Beckham's signature one-handed catch became THE play in a future Super Bowl (Super Bowl L - I can dream). But then I thought, "Man I hope we don't lose some playoff game because Odell tries to make a catch with one hand that he could with two."

Tom Brady obviously tampered with the balls.

As soon as they advertised it on ESPN, I knew everyone would be trying this.

Obvious, that the guy throwing the ball, isn't a real QB. He's pretty much floating the ball, instead of actually throwing it. But, I could be wrong

In comment 12116644 Eric from BBI said:

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this doesn't become the new "thing." I was thinking tonight how cool it would be if Beckham's signature one-handed catch became THE play in a future Super Bowl (Super Bowl L - I can dream). But then I thought, "Man I hope we don't lose some playoff game because Odell tries to make a catch with one hand that he could with two."

I was actually concerned about this too, at first, but not so much anymore. Given how much time he spends on it, and spent on it even before the Dallas catch, I get the sense it's just old hat to him. It wasn't like he surprised himself with that catch, and now feels some sort of pressure to duplicate it.

OTOH, I think reaching out with one hand actually makes his catch radius wider than it would be if he reached with two, so that could be problematic. He'll reach out for a pass with one hand, because there's literally no way he'd make the catch with two, but he'll miss the catch, and people will be after him for trying to be flashy instead of fundamental, when it really wasn't his fault.

was simply stopping the ball and then just pushing it in the bucket instead of actually fully catching it. But Maybe Odell did the same, I couldn't say.

Regardless however these guys are just players and it had to be exciting for them so good for them.

They were able to set a quicker pace too.

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- #Royal

And had to wait for OBJ to throw them back to him which took time off the clock

It doesn't translate to performance necessarily in the sport.

The rules were vague--why not have two passers and unlimited (well, you know) balls?

And yeah, each catch needs to be verified in some way.

Did I miss anything?

I'm willing to bet OBJ tries to beat that kid's record within a week.

In comment 12116644 Eric from BBI said:

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this doesn't become the new "thing." I was thinking tonight how cool it would be if Beckham's signature one-handed catch became THE play in a future Super Bowl (Super Bowl L - I can dream). But then I thought, "Man I hope we don't lose some playoff game because Odell tries to make a catch with one hand that he could with two."

Eric in mid-season form...

:)

In comment 12116703 Randy in CT said:

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I'm willing to bet OBJ tries to beat that kid's record within a week.

I Doubt Visa is going to pay him to do it again so I'm pretty sure he won't bother

In comment 12116721 ron mexico said:

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In comment 12116703 Randy in CT said: Quote: I'm willing to bet OBJ tries to beat that kid's record within a week. I Doubt Visa is going to pay him to do it again so I'm pretty sure he won't bother

Just curious if you are the same poster that used to post as ron in new mexico?

I am previously blue baller

I don't think a Guiness rep was there to authenticate the performance.

Since they were so similar I thought maybe after the hacking it was he and he had trouble signing in and created a new handle.

In comment 12116733 Mike in Philly said:

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I don't think a Guiness rep was there to authenticate the performance.

I think now a days they accept video submissions for approval.

between the passer and the receiver?

Why a minute, why that distance.

Just go win some games next year.

Beckham sucks!

Seriously, this is nothing. The record means nothing. It was simply a spectacle to watch for people during Super Bowl weekend.

Does anyone here really think OBJ is upset about this record being broken or that he's more focused on shit like this than how he performs next season?

off the scoreboard, off the goal post, off the Gatorade bucket, and an over the shoulder one handed catch? Big Mac to the winner....

I didn't take anyone's comments as them being upset.

FYI .....

Video isn't enough because of all the variables. Gloves, footballs, yards, etc would have to be verified.

However, it's not like it would be tough to break since a couple mistakes were made that slowed things down.

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At Guinness World Records Challengers, people are attempting and breaking records right now. Just head over to Challengers and pick a challenge or suggest a new one. All you need to do is video your attempt and upload it. Our Record Adjudicators, stationed at Guinness World Records HQ, will verify your attempt from your video and let you know if you’ve broken the record. If so, your name will appear on Guinness World Records Challengers and you’ll receive your very own world record certificate.

Attempts by video - ( New Window )

Since Brees said if someone beat it, they would do it again.

for fun.

All conditions must be identical and overseen by Guiness staff. to be recognized.

In comment 12116644 Eric from BBI said:

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this doesn't become the new "thing." I was thinking tonight how cool it would be if Beckham's signature one-handed catch became THE play in a future Super Bowl (Super Bowl L - I can dream). But then I thought, "Man I hope we don't lose some playoff game because Odell tries to make a catch with one hand that he could with two."

It's not as I have seen high school players doing this. Just suggests that we have some pretty talented and focused individuals at lower levels now. Should make the game interesting at college and pro level

People waste a lot of time trying to get into the Guinness Book of World Records. I really don't care who has the world's record for producing the largest piece of snot. Most of the records are about as important.