Here are some of the standout performances from Sunday, November 23, 2025 in the NFL, delivered in a clean highlight-style recap.
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1. Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys)
In a dramatic turnaround at AT&T Stadium, Prescott orchestrated a comeback from 21 points down to lead the Dallas Cowboys to a 24–21 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. He tossed two touchdown passes and also found the end zone on the ground to tie the game in the fourth quarter. CBS Sports+1
Key moment: a clutch 42-yard field goal by Brandon Aubrey sealed the win, but Prescott’s leadership and multi-facet contribution set the tone.
2. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars)
Lawrence delivered a strong showing in a back-and-forth affair as the Jacksonville Jaguars edged the Arizona Cardinals 27–24 in overtime. He threw three touchdown passes and showed poise down the stretch in a matchup that could have easily slipped away. CBS Sports
His ability to steer the offense in pressure-moments has steadily improved—Sunday underlined that growth.
3. Hunter Henry (New England Patriots)
In the New England Patriots’ 26–20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals, Henry turned in a career-best performance with his third 100-yard receiving game of the season. Meanwhile, quarterback Drake Maye posted a career-high in passing yards despite the loss. New England Patriots
The Patriots’ tight end stepped into the spotlight and made the most of it, becoming a focal point of their red-zone and intermediate passing attack.
4. Emanuel Wilson (Green Bay Packers)
The Green Bay Packers’ running back reached the century mark on the ground and found the end zone twice as they defeated the Minnesota Vikings 23–6. Wilson’s 107 rushing yards and two scores provided a physical edge and allowed Green Bay to control tempo. CBS Sports
He didn’t just produce the numbers — he reinforced that the Packers’ ground game can be a foundation when precision passing is more difficult.
5. Reed Blankenship (Philadelphia Eagles) – Defensive Highlight
While the Eagles couldn’t hold the win, safety Reed Blankenship made a big splash with an interception in the end zone in the first half. Philadelphia Eagles
Defensive plays like that matter: even in games that slip away, they show where a unit can tighten up and build from.
These performances captured a wide spectrum of dynamics from Week 12 — veteran leadership, breakout showings, clutch plays, and defensive impact. If you’d like, I can dig into three more hidden gems from the Sunday slate that flew under the radar.