That includes Johnny Hekker. A punter is a key position, because a bad one can really negatively impact the game. Being able to potentially flip the field is so important, and having consistent ...

Joe Tryon-Shoyinka blocked a punt by Panthers punter Johnny Hekker with just over five minutes to play in the third quarter and J.J. Russell scooped the ball up for 23-yard touchdown return.

After a three-and-out, Panthers punter Johnny Hekker had his kick blocked by Bucs linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and recovered by Tampa Bay linebacker J.J. Russell for a 23-yard return touchdown.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker J.J. Russell returns Carolina Panthers punter Johnny Hekker's blocked punt 23 yards for a defensive touchdown in Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season. Watch: George W.

Johnny Hekker had his punt blocked, and linebacker J.J. Russell scooped the ball up and took it back for six. “Quack, quack — and Hekker has it blocked!” Ian Eagle said on the broadcast.