Dolphins Outlast Chargers 55-52 in Overtime Thriller
MIAMI (AP) — In one of the wildest shootouts in 3GML history, the Miami Dolphins outlasted the Los Angeles Chargers 55-52 in overtime on Sunday, a game that featured over 1,200 yards of total offense, 12 passing touchdowns, and zero time for defense.
The fireworks started early and never let up. Dolphins quarterback Zach Wilson delivered a career-defining performance, throwing for 431 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception, leading Miami to scores on nearly every possession. For the Chargers, Matthew Stafford matched him blow for blow, tossing 482 yards and six touchdowns of his own before two late interceptions tipped the balance.
In overtime, Miami won the toss and marched downfield for a touchdown, only to see Stafford respond with one of his own. But on the Dolphins’ second drive, Wilson methodically led a clock-milking series that ended in a short field goal to seal the victory.
Wilson’s resurgence has become one of the league’s most surprising storylines — a full-circle moment for a quarterback once haunted by his own words. “I’m not seeing ghosts anymore,” Wilson said with a grin postgame, referencing his infamous comment from his Jets days. “Just open receivers — and a lot of end zones.”
Chargers running back Christian McCaffrey continued his historic pace, rushing for 177 yards and a touchdown while adding 55 receiving yards and another score, doing everything possible to keep Los Angeles in the game.
With the loss, the Chargers fell to 4-2, while the Dolphins (5-1) cemented themselves as one of the most dangerous offenses in football — and possibly the league’s new kings of chaos.
Packers Grind Out 30-17 Win Over Bengals in Rain-Soaked Lambeau
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers stayed perfect on the season with a 30-17 win over Joe Flacco and the Cincinnati Bengals in a game played under torrential downpours that turned Lambeau Field into a mud pit.
Neither team could find footing early — literally or figuratively — as the first half ended scoreless at 0-0. The rain and wind made passing nearly impossible, forcing both sides to lean heavily on the ground game.
That suited the Packers just fine. In the second half, Isiah Pacheco and David Montgomery powered the offense behind a surging Green Bay line. Pacheco finished with 100 rushing yards, consistently bursting through soggy turf for tough gains, while Montgomery added 79 yards and a touchdown, his downhill style wearing down the Bengals defense as the game went on.
“It wasn’t pretty, but that’s the kind of football we love,” head coach Matt LaFleur said. “Our backs ran hard, our line stayed patient, and the defense kept us in it until we found traction.”
The Packers (5-0) remained undefeated with the win, proving they can thrive in any condition — from explosive shootouts to old-school slugfests in the rain. The Bengals never adjusted to the elements and left Green Bay soaked, battered, and without answers.
49ers Win Shootout in Tampa Bay, Climb Back to .500
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers got back on track Sunday, outlasting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 34-28 in a high-scoring affair that featured more than 900 yards of combined offense.
Both teams traded blows throughout the game, with neither defense finding consistent answers. San Francisco’s offense, however, leaned on its balance to pull away late. Running back Jaylen Warren continued his breakout season, rushing for 175 yards, gashing the Buccaneers defense with a series of punishing runs that kept the chains — and the clock — moving.
Rookie receiver Ladd McConkey made the most of his opportunities, hauling in two touchdown receptions among his 72 yards to give quarterback Jordan Love key outlets in the red zone.
“This was the kind of game where you have to keep answering,” head coach Kyle Shanahan said. “Jaylen set the tone, and the young guys stepped up when we needed them.”
The win evens the 49ers’ record at 3-3, helping them regain footing in the NFC race after a shaky start. Tampa Bay (1-5) dropped its third straight despite posting over 450 yards of offense in the loss.
