GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Week 11 of the NFL season delivered standout linebacker performances, clutch punter holds and a pivotal score.
 
Each week of the 2025-26 season, FloridaGators.com will cover all of the best moments from the NFL stars who made a name for themselves in Gainesville.
 
Offense

Van Jefferson – WR – Tennessee Titans

Van Jefferson finds the end zone! The veteran receiver hauled in his first touchdown of the year late in the fourth quarter for the Titans, tying the game with 1:35 remaining on a 95-yard scoring drive.

He finished with three catches for 22 yards, stepping up in a crucial moment after fellow receivers Chimere Dike and Calvin Ridley exited earlier with injuries.

 

TIE GAME! @Cameron7Ward hits @VanJefferson12 for the touchdown!

📺: #HOUvsTEN on @NFLonFOX & NFL+ pic.twitter.com/Oa3milgc3O

— Tennessee Titans (@Titans) November 16, 2025

Fred Johnson – OT – Philadelphia Eagles

Fred Johnson logged a season-high 62 snaps in prime time against the Detroit Lions on Sunday night. After All-Pro tackle Lane Johnson left early with an injury, F. Johnson stepped into the starting role and held firm. The six-foot-seven lineman did not allow a single sack or quarterback for the entire game, showcasing strong control in both pass protection and run blocking and keeping the offense operating efficiently throughout the night.

 

Eagles RT Fred Johnson threw Lions EDGE Aidan Hutchinson to the ground on this play. 😮‍💨

Impressive rep from Johnson early in Week 11. pic.twitter.com/QzlbevLYk4

— Anthony DiBona (@DiBonaNFL) November 18, 2025

Defense

Alex Anzalone – LB – Detroit Lions

Alex Anzalone brings down the hammer! The ninth-year linebacker brought the heat with a tremendous tackle-for loss on a screen to Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, forcing a second-and-long. On the ensuing play, the Eagles failed to move the chains, resulting in a stalled drive and a forced field goal attempt.

Anzalone made his presence felt throughout the game, consistently flying to the ball and performing well in coverage, finishing with an impressive 80.4 PFF tackling grade.

 

.@AlexAnzalone34 brought the 🔨#ForTheCelly pic.twitter.com/mCtkGVIc6U

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 17, 2025

Shemar James – LB – Dallas Cowboys

Domination by Dallas! Rookie linebacker Shemar James contributed heavily to Dallas’ defensive showcase on Monday night, finishing with seven tackles (three solo) and applying impactful pressure on a quarterback blitz that directly set up a Quinnen Williams sack.

His timely stops and disruptive presence were key factors in the Cowboys’ defensive surge, which produced four sacks, an interception and even a safety against the struggling Raiders offense. James continues to prove he can step up in big moments and thrive. 

 

Special Teams

Evan McPherson – K – Cincinnati Bengals

McPherson delivered a perfect day in tough conditions, going two-for-two on his field goals, converting from 43 and 48 yards. The latter cut the deficit to one score with under ten minutes left in the fourth quarter, giving the Bengals an opportunity to stay within striking distance.

Despite mid-40s temperatures and 17 mile-per-hour winds, McPherson remained composed and knocked down two critical kicks for Cincinnati.

 

It’s good from 4️⃣8️⃣ yards out

📺: #CINvsPIT on CBS/Paramount+ pic.twitter.com/7kpTKN5siq

— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) November 16, 2025

Jeremy Crawshaw – P – Denver Broncos and Tommy Townsend – P – Houston Texans

Contributing in every way they could, punters Tommy Townsend and Jeremy Crawshaw played major roles beyond punting duties. Both delivered flawless holds for their kickers Matthew Wright and Will Lutz, respectively. Each kicker knocked down game-winning field goals as time expired, sealing close victories for the Texans over the Titans and the Broncos over the Chiefs.

The tandem also rose to the occasion in the punt game, with Townsend pinning four kicks inside the 20 and Crawshaw adding three of his own, giving their teams a clear edge in the field-position battle.

 

For a complete list of Gators in the NFL, see below.

Arizona Cardinals (SF 41 – ARI 22)

90 – Zachary Carter* – DT – 4 years (Practice Squad)

Atlanta Falcons (CAR 30 – ATL 27)

8 – Kyle Pitts – TE – 5 years (2 Receptions, 14 Yards)

39 – C.J. Henderson* – CB – 6 years (Practice Squad)

Baltimore Ravens (BAL 23 – CLE 16)

58 – Taven Bryan – DL – 8 years

Buffalo Bills (TB 32 – BUF 44)

64 – O’Cyrus Torrence – OG – 3 years

Carolina Panthers (CAR 30 – ATL 27)

49 – Jeremiah Moon* – LB – 3 years (Practice Squad)

92 – Cam Jackson – DT – Rookie

Chicago Bears (CHI 19 – MIN 17)

35 – C.J. Gardner-Johnson – S – 7 years (4 TOT, 2 SOLO, 1 TFL, 1 QB Hit)

99 – Gervon Dexter Sr. – DL – 3 years

Cincinnati Bengals (CIN 12 – PIT 34)

2 – Evan McPherson – K – 5 years (2/2 FG, Long of 48)

24 – Marco Wilson – CB – 5 years

98 – T.J. Slaton Jr. – DL – 5 years (1 TOT)

Dallas Cowboys (DAL 33 – LV 16)

13 – Dante Fowler Jr. – DE – 11 years

20 – Kaiir Elam – CB – 4 years

21 – Malik Davis – RB – 3 years (4 Rushes, 20 Yards, 1 TOT)

25 – Trikweze Bridges – CB – Rookie

50 – Shemar James – LB – Rookie (7 TOT, 3 SOLO)

Denver Broncos (KC 19 – DEN 22)

16 – Jeremy Crawshaw – P – Rookie (4 Punts, 211 Yards, 52.8 AVG, 3 in 20, Long of 58)

Detroit Lions (DET 9 – PHI 16)

34 – Alex Anzalone – LB – 9 years (6 TOT, 4 SOLO, 1 TFL)

65 – Kingsley Eguakun* – C – 1 year (Practice Squad)

Green Bay Packers (GB 27 – NYG 20)

57 – Brenton Cox Jr. – DL – 3 years (Injured/Reserve)

Houston Texans (HOU 16 – TEN 13)

6 – Tommy Townsend – P – 6 years (5 Punts, 208 Yards, 41.6 AVG, 4 in 20, Long of 51)

18 – Graham Mertz – QB – Rookie

31 – Dameon Pierce – RB – 4 years

77 – Trent Brown – OT – 11 years

Indianapolis Colts (BYE)

5 – Anthony Richardson Sr. – QB – 3 years (Injured/Reserve)

Jacksonville Jaguars (LAC 6 – JAX 35)

51 – Ventrell Miller – LB – 3 years

Kansas City Chiefs (KC 19 – DEN 22)

74 – Jawaan Taylor – OT – 7 years

Las Vegas Raiders (DAL 33 – LV 16)

70 – Stone Forsythe – OL – 5 years

88 – Justin Shorter* – WR – 3 years (Practice Squad)

Los Angeles Chargers (LAC 6 – JAX 35)

72 – David Sharpe* – OL – 6 years (Practice Squad)

Los Angeles Rams (SEA 19 – LAR 21)

72 – DJ Humphries – OL – 11 years

Miami Dolphins (WAS 13 – MIA 16)

33 – Jason Marshall Jr. – CB – Rookie (2 TOT, 1 SOLO, 1 PD)

Minnesota Vikings (CHI 19 – MIN 17)

58 – Jonathan Greenard – OLB – 6 years

New Orleans Saints (BYE)

98 – Jonathan Bullard – DE – 10 years

New York Jets (NYJ 14 – NE 27)

54 – Ja’Markis Weston – LB – Rookie

Philadelphia Eagles (DET 9 – PHI 16)

74 – Fred Johnson – OT – 7 years

San Francisco 49ers (SF 41 – ARI 22)

1 – Ricky Pearsall – WR – 1 year (1 Reception, 0 Yards)

5 – Demarcus Robinson – WR – 10 years (1 Reception, 13 Yards)

18 – Eddy Piñeiro – K – 5 years (3/3 FG, Long of 48, 2/4 XP)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB 32 – BUF 44)

56 – Desmond Watson* – DT – Rookie (Practice Squad)

Tennessee Titans (HOU 16 – TEN 13)

11 – Van Jefferson – WR – 6 years (3 Receptions, 22 Yards, 1 TD)

17 – Chimere Dike – WR – Rookie (2 Receptions, 14 Yards, 1 PR)

78 – Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson – OT – Rookie

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