Overview
- The 63-yard field goal ended the first half and trimmed New England’s lead to 17-13.
- McPherson had earlier converted from 54 yards, accounting for Cincinnati’s only offensive points before halftime.
- Safety Geno Stone added a pick-six, marking the first interception return for a touchdown thrown by Drake Maye in his NFL career.
- A late-half burst featuring chunk gains by Chase Brown and Tee Higgins set up the record attempt after a hurried drive.
- WLWT reports Joe Burrow was not activated to the 53-man roster for this game, with his return appearing likely on Thanksgiving night in Baltimore.