Cardinals RB Speaks on Making NFL History

DeeJay Dallas was the first ever to score a touchdown with the new kickoff rules.

Sep 8, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back DeeJay Dallas (20) celebrates scoring a touchdown with teammates during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

ARIZONA -- Arizona Cardinals RB DeeJay Dallas made NFL history back in the team's Week 1 battle against the Buffalo Bills, becoming the first player to score a touchdown from the league's revised kickoff rules.

There's many moving parts that go into a singular NFL play, from preparation beforehand to action that happens during the moment.

For such a memorable play, Dallas doesn't recall much.

"I don't even remember half of it, I just remember being on the sideline and just saying a lot of swear words," said Dallas during the team's recent Flight Plan episode on YouTube.

"I don't remember it. I see the video and I say 'dang, that's what's up!' but I think to myself and I'm like, 'I don't remember any of that.'"

Cardinals RB Deejay Dallas speaks on being the first ever player to score a dynamic Kickoff TD

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It was an adjustment period for players, coaches, media and fans alike with the updated rules, which requires the ball to be kicked inside at least the 20-yard line with players stagnant until the ball makes contact with either a player or the ground.

"Every time I go out there, my heart is beating fast as hell," Dallas continued.

"... I just remember seeing a flash of blue from my left. I just remember making a cut ... That's the last part I remember and then after that, everything is a blip."

The Cardinals ultimately lost the game, though they proved they could hang on the road with a Super Bowl contender. After a slow start to the year, Arizona eventually found their groove.

Fast-forward to present day, where the Cardinals are 6-4 with control of the NFC West.

Dallas was a key special teams player for the Seattle Seahawks before jumping ship, and even if Dallas doesn't exactly remember every aspect - it's surely an unforgettable play as the league continues to adapt the game.