Fred Weary scores on fumble recovery touchdown for Saints
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On Christmas Eve 1999, Fred Weary recorded a notable fumble recovery touchdown for the New Orleans Saints. After intercepting Troy Aikman, Weary scooped up an Emmitt Smith fumble, racing 58 yards to the end zone during a matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The game saw a back-and-forth battle, with the Saints overcoming a 17-point deficit to eventually claim victory. This performance, part of Weary's standout season, also featured him earning NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors.
- •Fred Weary recovered a fumble and returned it 58 yards for a touchdown.
- •Weary also intercepted Troy Aikman in the same game.
- •The Saints overcame a 17-point deficit to win.
- •The game took place on December 24, 1999, against the Cowboys.
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Fred Weary's 58-yard fumble recovery TD is the Saints Play of the Day
"After picking off Troy Aikman, Fred Weary recovered an Emmitt Smith fumble and returned it 58 yards for a touchdown in our Saints Play of the Day.
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