Tory Taylor contributes as Bears edge Bengals in 47-42 thriller

Australian punter Tory Taylor played in Chicago’s wild 47-42 victory over Cincinnati at Paycor Stadium. The Bears trailed 10-7 after the opening quarter and were level 20-20 at half-time, before outscoring the Bengals 14-7 in the third quarter and holding on in a 16-15 final period. Taylor punted twice for 117 yards, averaging 58.5 yards per punt. His longest punt travelled 69 yards, with one punt placed inside the 20 and no touchbacks. Chicago secured the win with Caleb Williams’ touchdown pass to Colston Loveland in the final minute.