Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez opens up on OCD
The answer was that it was part of his OCD diagnosis, and he’s brought awareness to the disorder simply through that moment. He spoke about it in the week leading up to the Commanders’ next playoff game against the Detroit Lions, where we may see Gonzalez prepare in the same way before taking the field.
Gonzalez's 37-yard field goal propelled the Commanders past the Buccaneers and into the Divisional Round against the Lions.
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"I, above everybody else, realize how crazy it looks doing it. I’m aware. But at the same time, you can’t help it,” Gonzalez said
Washington Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez drew attention for the odd behavior he displayed prior to his game-winning kick on Sunday, but those who have
Despite his unusual pre-kick routine—later revealed to be influenced by his battle with OCD—Gonzalez was flawless on the night, converting all three field goal attempts, including a long of 52 yards. On the season, he has been remarkably consistent, going 23-for-25.
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A national television audience watched Zane Gonzalez adjust his socks on the sideline and fix his hair multiple times before putting his helmet on and taking the field to kick the winning field