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5 Players Who Could Be the Next David Tyree In Super Bowl XLIX

5 Players Who Could Be the Next David Tyree In Super Bowl XLIX

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Who doesn't remember that game-changing helmet catch by David Tyree of the New York Giants against the New England Patriots back in Super Bowl XLII? Here are five players who could become the next version of Tyree in Super Bowl XLIX.

5. RB Robert Turbin

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5. RB Robert Turbin

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Robert Turbin isn't the flashiest of players, but he does have a knack for making clutch receptions. In one of the biggest games of his career, he has the chance to make a huge difference late in the Super Bowl.

4. RB Shane Vereen

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4. RB Shane Vereen

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Shane Vereen has taken up a utility role ever since LeGarrette Blount returned. Regardless, he contributes when he can, especially when he's on the end of passes coming from Tom Brady. Don't be surprised if he becomes an X-factor against the Seahawks.

3. WR Ricardo Lockette

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3. WR Ricardo Lockette

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Lockette plays with a ton of emotion and passion, which sometimes gets the best of him. When it comes to the Super Bowl, one better believe he will be all about business as he tries to redeem himself. Expect to see him light things up against the Patriots.

2. FB James Develin

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2. FB James Develin

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It's not often that a fullback gets much credit these days, but when you have a future Hall-of-Fame quarterback throwing to you, one is bound to make a statement. Such is the case with James Develin, who came up big against the Colts with his first touchdown of the season in the AFC Championship game. He could very well be the hero of Super Bowl XLIX.

1. WR Brandon LaFell

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1. WR Brandon LaFell

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LaFell has had a decent season so far, but hasn't really broken out like many expected him to. However, when it comes to clutch receptions, he could very well be the guy to pull off another David Tyree-type move in the end zone. He is known to make acrobatic receptions, and this could be his time to make one for the record books.

Luis Tirado Jr. is a New York Jets writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @LTJ81, like him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google

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