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How Chargers' Cameron Dicker's 57-yard free kick stacks up with other sports rarities

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker reached rare air in the Week 16 edition of "Thursday Night Football."

As the second quarter wound down, the Denver Broncos were flagged for a kick-catch interference penalty on a fair catch, resulting in a 15-yard advance for the Chargers. This unexpected call gave Los Angeles a unique choice: attempt a Hail Mary, take a knee or try a free kick -- a seldom-seen play that allows a field goal attempt from the spot of a fair catch.

With the penalty moving the ball into Dicker's range, the Chargers opted for the rare opportunity.