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Apparently missing multiple extra points within a three week period (even if history is being made!) is unacceptable for a professional kicker in the NFL. Who knew?
Texans released Randy Bullock and will sign Nick Novak.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) September 29, 2015
Bullock missed two extra points and a 43 yard FG. Coaches ran out of patience. He will b n demand.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) September 29, 2015
Randy Bullock struggled in his second season, his first as a K, 2 years ago, but got his act together and finished well.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) September 29, 2015
Randy Bullock was 5 of 6 on field goals but he'd missed two extra points. Three of his kickoffs were returned for a 40-yard average.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) September 29, 2015
Novak, formerly of the Chargers, Chiefs, Redskins, and Cardinals, was worked out earlier today (along with four other kickers) by the Texans after Bullock's notorious inconsistency reared its ugly head again to start the season. Novak is a career 81.6% kicker on 147 attempts, but I suppose his real value is that he has only missed one extra point during his entire career, in 2011, which was actually blocked rather than outright shanked. He might not be the best, but at least the man is consistent - I'll take it.
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