10. Kent State Wrong Direction: Kent St LB Andre Parker picked up a fumble during a game and ran in the wrong direction. Even sadder, the other team tackled him.
9. Replacement Refs Touchdown Call: During Week 3 of the NFL, the referees determined that Golden Tate caught a touchdown pass as time expired. However, Greg Jennings caught the ball and Golden Tate hugged him... apparently it still counted.
8. Mark Sanchez Butt Fumble: Jets QB Mark Sanchez fumbled after running into the rear of his own player. The ball was returned for a touchdown by the defense.
7. Fake Basketball Flop: Faking an Injury has become a new fad in sports. However, it must be reasonable for referees to believe it. This guy's was not.
6. Nick Young Lay-Up Towards... Nothing: NBA Player Nick Young had a fast break opportunity during a game. He attempted to make a lay-up and... well... he did not.
5. Javale McGee Confused: Wizards player Javale McGee was caught not paying attention and accidentally ran to the wrong end of the court. McGee is often criticized for his bonehead plays during games. I can't blame his critics.
4. Appalachian State Free Throw: Appalachian State basketball player Brian Okem was shooting the second of his two free throw attempts. So close, Brian.
3. U.S. Open Birdman Appearance: Golf is usually a game of gentlemen and respect. Not for this fellow. He thought the U.S. Open Trophy Presentation would be the best time to practice his game calls.
2. Atlanta Fan Dunk Fail: It is safe to say that I'm not surprised this happened. I wonder why the Atlanta Organization chose him to participate. I applaud him, though. He believed he could dunk that ball. Gravity had other plans.
1. Javale McGee Missed Dunk: Mr. McGee has made another appearance on my list. I think this is the funniest sport fail of 2012 because McGee did not come close to the basketball while looking like a buffoon.
These were all sources of laughter for me throughout 2012. I appreciate you bringing them together (though I don't necessarily agree with the order).
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