Week 12 NFL: Big Wins, Big Plays, and Big Comebacks

USAMon Nov 24 2025
In Week 12 of the NFL, there were some thrilling games that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Cleveland Browns, led by rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders, kicked off their game against the Las Vegas Raiders with a bang. Sanders didn't have to do much in the first quarter, as a huge punt return by Gage Larvadain set up the Browns for an easy touchdown. Quinshon Judkins, the Browns' running back, showed off his skills with two touchdowns, one of which was a wildcat play. Sanders finished the first quarter with 77 passing yards and a strong lead for his team. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs were down by 11 points in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts. But Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs didn't give up. They scored a touchdown and kicked a field goal to tie the game and force overtime. In the extra period, Harrison Butker kicked the game-winning field goal to keep the Chiefs' playoff hopes alive. The Detroit Lions also had a nail-biting game against the New York Giants. The Giants had a 27-17 lead in the fourth quarter, but the Lions came back with a 49-yard touchdown run by Jahmyr Gibbs. The Giants had a chance to win the game, but Jameis Winston's pass on fourth down fell incomplete. In overtime, Gibbs scored another touchdown, and the Lions won 34-27. The Giants, on the other hand, are now 2-10 on the season. The Chicago Bears also had a close game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Bears were up 31-21 in the fourth quarter, but the Steelers went on a 17-play drive to cut the lead to three points. However, the Bears' defense held on, and the Bears won 31-28. The Bears are now 8-3 and in first place in the NFC North. In other games, the New England Patriots beat the Cincinnati Bengals 26-20, the Seattle Seahawks beat the Tennessee Titans 30-24, and the Green Bay Packers beat the Minnesota Vikings 26-6. The Packers' win was especially impressive, as they had two interceptions and five sacks against Vikings quarterback J. J. McCarthy. Overall, Week 12 of the NFL was filled with exciting plays, big comebacks, and thrilling finishes. Fans can look forward to more action in the coming weeks as teams battle for playoff spots.
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    How has Caleb Williams' performance influenced the Bears' recent success, and what does this say about his development as a quarterback?
    How does the performance of rookie quarterbacks like Shedeur Sanders compare to established veterans, and what does this say about the future of the position?
    What role does the new overtime rule play in the outcome of close games, as seen in the Lions vs. Giants matchup?

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