Best Action Shots of 2011

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Second Place - Heinz Kluetmeier, Sports Illustrated, “Jet Behind the Ears,” New York Jets at New England Patriots, Oct. 9, 2011.

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Third Place - Marcio Jose Sanchez, Associated Press, “Shadow Dancing,” Kansas City Chiefs at Oakland Raiders, Oct. 23, 2011.

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First Place - Christopher Horner, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, "Helping Head," Pittsburgh Steelers at Houston Texans, Oct. 2, 2011.

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Honorable Mention - Ezra Shaw, Getty Images, “Leaping Try,” San Diego Chargers at Oakland Raiders, Jan. 1, 2012.

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Honorable Mention - Matt Detrich, Indianapolis Star, “End Zone Interference,” Kansas City Chiefs at Indianapolis Colts, Oct. 9, 2011.

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Honorable Mention - Matt Stone, Boston Herald, “Face Mask,” New England Patriots at Pittsburgh Steelers, Oct. 30, 2011.

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Honorable Mention - Jeff Roberson, Associated Press, “Tug of War,” Green Bay Packers at Indianapolis Colts, Aug. 26, 2011.

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Honorable Mention - Ezra Shaw, Getty Images, “Touchdown,” New Orleans Saints at San Francisco 49ers, Jan. 14, 2012 – Divisional Playoff.

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Honorable Mention - Brian Snyder, Reuters, “Gronk,” Kansas City Chiefs at New England Patriots, Nov. 21, 2011.