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Following a freak half-ending numerous-lateral play that saw both kicking specialists for Atlanta sustain injuries, the Falcons found themselves without a kicker to handle the kickoff duties following their first score of the second half.

It was Biermann's effort during the week in practice that caught the coaches' eyes and gave them the trust to hand over the unusual duties to their 6'3", 260 pound pass rusher. During light-hearted competitions on Fridays prior to games, Biermann had shown some ability to successfully kick a football. In the huddle prior to the kickoff, all eyes turned to the Montana native and as is typical of him, he agreed to do what was needed.

The best he could was on par with his new kicking associates in the NFL. In addition to his 67-yarder, he booted a 54-yarder (returned for eight yards). His final kick showed his rust. While it went 58 yards, it was low and allowed for a Jackson return of 72 yards. There were no worries however, because Biermann, Atlanta's special teams ace, was there to make the touchdown-saving stop.