On this day, December 28th in 1975, history was made! The term "Hail Mary" was first coined and forever cemented in the NFL lexicon. This moment came after Roger Staubach threw a desperation 50-yard pass to Drew Pearson, leading to a thrilling victory over the Minnesota Vikings, 17–14, in the NFC Divisional Playoff game. #HailMary #RogerStaubach #DrewPearson #NFLHistory #PlayoffMagic | Palm Beach Autographs

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🏈On December 28, 1975 with 24 seconds left in the NFC Divisional Round Playoff Game, Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach threw the 50-yard winning touchdown pass to wide receiver Drew Pearson on a pass play that became known as “The Hail Mary”. Pearson's last minute touchdown reception remains a strong part of Cowboys lore. To many Minnesota Vikings fans, however, Pearson's touchdown should have never counted because of an alleged offensive pass interference penalty that was not called by game o

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