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Bengals Kicker's 67-Yard Field Goal Attempt Denied by Timeout
12 Oct
Summary
- Bengals kicker Evan McPherson nearly set NFL record with 67-yard field goal
- Kick hit crossbar but went through, but was nullified by Packers coach's timeout
- Bengals struggling on offense with QB Joe Burrow out for at least 3 months
On October 10th, 2025, Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson nearly etched his name in the NFL record books. As the first half was winding down against the Green Bay Packers, McPherson lined up for a 67-yard field goal attempt. With the wind at his back, McPherson's kick hit the crossbar and went through the uprights, which would have set a new league record.
However, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur had called a timeout just before the snap, nullifying the record-breaking kick. McPherson was forced to try the long attempt again, but this time his kick fell a few yards short. The Bengals were unable to put any points on the board in the first half, as they continue to struggle on offense without their star quarterback, Joe Burrow.
Burrow is expected to be sidelined for at least 3 months due to an injury, leaving the Bengals to turn to veteran QB Joe Flacco, who they recently acquired in a trade. The team is hoping Flacco can provide a spark and get their offense back on track, but the first half against the Packers was no indication of that. The Bengals' defense held Green Bay to just 10 points, but their own offense couldn't capitalize.
