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Originally Posted by JugglingReferee
This implies that it was obvious that the FGA would be successful. In the OP, it says "almost long enough" which means that the attempt is not successful. I think Hester (or anyone else) can jump up and grab it in order to return the miss.
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Here's the actual wording of the rule:
Rule 12, Section 3 Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Article 1 There shall be no unsportsmanlike conduct. This applies to any act which is contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship. Such acts specifically include, among others:
GOAL TENDING
(s) Goal-tending by a defensive player leaping up to deflect a kick as it passes above the crossbar of a goalpost is prohibited. The Referee could award three points for a palpably unfair act (12-3-3).
"Almost long enough" sounds like it would be below the crossbar and thus he Hester could do as he pleases.