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Evan McPherson named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week after historic performance

Cincinnati Bengals placekicker Evan McPherson captured AFC Special Teams Player of the Week accolades following an exceptional display during the opening weekend of the regular season. His efforts helped Cincinnati start the campaign with a 1-0 record, and he is approaching a new franchise milestone heading into the second week of competition.

The Bengals opened their schedule by edging out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a 33-27 battle hosted at Paycor Stadium on September 13, 2026. While head coach Zac Taylor encountered scrutiny for stagnant second-half offensive drives, an overhauled defensive unit alongside McPherson's kicking powered the team to victory.