Eric Guliford's 102-yard kickoff return TD highlighted Saints history
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Eric Guliford's impressive 102-yard kickoff return touchdown for the New Orleans Saints in 1997 is recognized as the Saints Play of the Day. This touchdown occurred in the second quarter, responding to a 30-yard TD pass from Rams quarterback Tony Banks. Guliford's record for the longest kickoff return stood for two decades until Alvin Kamara broke it in 2017. This highlight reflects on Guliford's impactful, albeit brief, five-year NFL career.
- •Guliford scored in the second quarter against the Rams.
- •His 102-yard return set a franchise record for 20 years.
- •Alvin Kamara broke the record with a 106-yard return in 2017.
- •This was one of Guliford's final touchdowns in his career.
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Eric Guliford's 102-yard kick return TD is the Saints Play of the Day
"Eric Guliford earned his place in New Orleans Saints history with a 102-yard kick return TD in 1997. That set a team record which stood for 20 years.
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