Does "Icing" the kicker really work?

[NeuRon]

I think its one of the stupidest strategies in all of sports; not just football..

Besides the fact that it doesnt really work, it is kind of common sense. In most cases, your giving the kicker a practice kick anyways..

[bobarian]

Originally Posted by Justinphilly

Tonight the Eagles beat the Giants in a nail biter. But, with 15 seconds left the Giants had a chance to take the lead but missed the kick. BUT WAIT, Andy Ried called a timeout. He missed the first, and the second attempt.

The question is. "Isn't this whole concept bush-league, and shouldn't it be stopped?"

How is it "bush league" to use a timeout that would otherwise go to waste?
It doesnt matter if it works or not.

Originally Posted by NeuRon

I think its one of the stupidest strategies in all of sports; not just football..

What other sport is it used to make a kicker delay a kick?

Besides the fact that it doesnt really work, it is kind of common sense. In most cases, your giving the kicker a practice kick anyways..

If it worked once in the history of football, then it works. Your statement is just silly.