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VIDEO:NFL Star Calvin Ridley’s Iconic ‘Duckwalk’ Move Adds Innovative Touch to Football Tactics

Published 12/22/2023, 10:06 AM EST

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The wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Calvin Ridley, has turned heads and raised eyebrows in a recent video that has gone viral on Instagram. Finding himself at the center of a dazzling unconventional moment, the NFL player, through an innovative move, has claimed victory in the pulsating arena of American football.

Ridley claimed the spotlight by showcasing an unconventional move during gameplay by using his duckwalk to secure the football. His outmaneuver, paired with his creativity and quick thinking, sets him apart from the other remarkable players.

Calvin Ridley engages in unconventional heroics on the field

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Instead of resorting to traditional techniques, Ridley opted for the duckwalk, ensuring he maintained possession of the ball as he navigated through the sidelines. With this unanticipated move, the NFL player exemplified a unique approach, making use of his quick wit. Hence, in the heat of the moment, he decided to walk on his knees, which captured the widespread attention of football enthusiasts.

 

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The duckwalk maneuver executed by Ridley has given rise to a funny spectacle since sports fields are always used to witnessing harsh and bold moves from the players. However, in this case, the innovative endeavor served as a testament to his adaptability and resourcefulness on the field. 

Football analysts and aficionados have weighed the brilliance of Ridley’s defensive move praising the harmless tactics. With this strategy, the NFL player served as a poignant reminder to adapt to the unpredictable nature of sports by thinking beyond conventional tactics. 

Fans react to a moment of sporting ingenuity

In the comment section, NFL fans have showered their love and admiration in praise of Ridley. As Ridley walked on his knees tightly holding on to the ball and escaping from the rivals, a fan associated the move commenting, Sat down w/o a chair for like 4 times”.

Since the walking move had left a lot of strain on the player’s hamstring, another fan commented, “I tweaked my hamstring just looking at this”

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While Ridley successfully managed to make his way past his rivals, he earned the acclamation, “NOW THAT’S AN ATHLETE!!!”

The power of his legs caught the attention of the fans, as one of them commented, “The dirt flying up because of his speed made this even crazier how much power is legs are generating”.

As the NFL player pulled through the move without losing his balance, one fan commented, “that was smooth eshyt”.

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Through Ridley’s actions, the ever-evolving nature of the game has been highlighted. Securing possession during the critical football play, Calvin Ridley in his constant quest for innovative approach utilized the duckwalk that bestowed him with an edge on the field. His moment of brilliance comes at a point when creativity and adaptability get blended in the realm of high-stakes sports. 

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Soheli Tarafdar

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Riya Singhal