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The Plays That Stood Out In Week 3, From A ‘Meatball Sub’ To Lamar Jackson’s Game-Winner

Justin Herbert's interception and Lamar Jackson's heroics highlight the plays that mattered most from NFL Week 3.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 3:04 AM
The Plays That Stood Out In Week 3, From A ‘Meatball Sub’ To Lamar Jackson’s Game-Winner
Key Things to Know
  • Steven Ruiz breaks down the pivotal fourth-quarter plays that defined NFL Week 3 action.
  • Tom Brady criticized Justin Herbert's late-game interception thrown directly to Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson as a 'meatball sub.'
  • Lamar Jackson connected with Zay Flowers late against Dallas to set up Tyler Loop's game-winning kick.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Steven Ruiz breaks down the key plays defining NFL Week 3, spotlighting critical late moments across several tightly contested matchups. The analysis focuses on Justin Herbert's fourth-quarter interception against the Buffalo Bills, Lamar Jackson's clutch deep completion to set up a Baltimore Ravens victory against the Dallas Cowboys, and Talanoa Hufanga's defensive dominance for the Denver Broncos against the Los Angeles Rams.

Ruiz highlights systemic concerns for the Los Angeles Chargers' deep passing offense and details coverage breakdowns from Dallas's defense. The breakdown also praises Hufanga's instinctual plays, assesses the offensive efficiency of hook-and-ladder trick plays across the league, and reviews notable fourth-quarter sequences involving the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders.

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