Stenerud was a pioneer in the kicking game, as he was the first to use the soccer-style approach to kicking field goals. He also was the first to use the one-step approach to kicking field goals, which is now the standard for kickers. He was also the first to use the two-step approach to kicking field goals, which is now used by many kickers.
Stenerud was one of the most accurate kickers in NFL history, as he made 373 out of 461 career field goal attempts. He also set many records during his career, including the longest field goal in NFL history (63 yards). He also holds the record for the most field goals in a single season (37).
Stenerud was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1991, becoming the first pure placekicker to be inducted. He was also inducted into the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame in 2004. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest kickers in NFL history and his legacy continues to live on today.
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