a lot for a rookie
Highlights of Cordarrelle Patterson's inaugural season:
• Tied the record for longest play in NFL history with a 109-yard kickoff return against Green Bay on Oct. 27.
• Led the NFL with a 32.4-yard kickoff return average. He ran back two kicks for touchdowns.
• First-team All-Pro kick returner, and also made the Pro Bowl for the NFC.
• Had 45 receptions for 469 yards and four touchdowns, including a 79-yarder in the snow against Baltimore.
• Had a 50-yard TD run against Detroit.
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