The 2024 NFL season has been nothing short of thrilling and unpredictable so far. From nail-biting finishes to unexpected upsets, the league has kept fans on the edge of their seats. But perhaps the most exciting moments of the season have been the incredible comebacks that have taken place on the field. These games have been a rollercoaster of emotions, with teams fighting until the very end to secure a victory. As we approach the midway point of the season, let’s take a look at Heavy’s top 10 greatest NFL comebacks of 2024.
1. New England Patriots vs. Kansas City Chiefs (Week 3)
In what was dubbed as a battle between two of the league’s top quarterbacks, Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes, the New England Patriots found themselves trailing the Kansas City Chiefs by 17 points in the fourth quarter. But Brady, known for his clutch performances, led the Patriots on an incredible comeback, throwing for three touchdowns in the final quarter. The game ended with a game-winning field goal by Stephen Gostkowski, giving the Patriots a 37-34 victory.
2. Seattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles Rams (Week 5)
The Seattle Seahawks were down 21-3 at halftime against the Los Angeles Rams and things were not looking good. But quarterback Russell Wilson refused to let his team give up, throwing for three touchdowns in the second half. The Seahawks’ defense also stepped up, holding the Rams to just three points in the second half. The game ended with a game-winning touchdown pass from Wilson to Tyler Lockett, giving the Seahawks a 31-27 win.
3. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens (Week 6)
In a classic AFC North rivalry game, the Pittsburgh Steelers found themselves down 17-0 in the second quarter against the Baltimore Ravens. But quarterback Ben Roethlisberger led the Steelers on an impressive comeback, throwing for three touchdowns and rushing for another. The Steelers’ defense also came up big, intercepting Ravens’ quarterback Lamar Jackson twice in the fourth quarter. The game ended with a 43-34 victory for the Steelers.
4. San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers (Week 8)
The San Francisco 49ers were down 17-0 in the first half against the Green Bay Packers and it seemed like the game was slipping away from them. But quarterback Trey Lance, making his first start of the season, showed poise and resilience, throwing for four touchdowns in the second half. The 49ers’ defense also stepped up, shutting out the Packers in the second half. The game ended with a 31-17 victory for the 49ers.
5. Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants (Week 9)
The Dallas Cowboys were down 20-3 in the third quarter against the New York Giants and it seemed like their undefeated streak was coming to an end. But quarterback Dak Prescott, who had been out with an injury, returned to the field and led the Cowboys on an incredible comeback. He threw for three touchdowns in the second half, including the game-winning touchdown pass to Amari Cooper in the final minute. The Cowboys remained undefeated with a 24-23 win.
6. Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts (Week 10)
The Tennessee Titans were down 24-7 in the third quarter against the Indianapolis Colts and it looked like they were headed for a loss. But quarterback Ryan Tannehill refused to let his team give up, throwing for three touchdowns in the second half. The Titans’ defense also stepped up, holding the Colts to just three points in the second half. The game ended with a 31-27 victory for the Titans.
7. Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings (Week 11)
The Chicago Bears were down 23-6 in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings and it seemed like they were headed for a blowout loss. But quarterback Justin Fields, who had been struggling all game, found his rhythm and led the Bears on an incredible comeback. He threw for three touchdowns in the fourth quarter, including the game-winning touchdown pass to Allen Robinson with just seconds remaining. The Bears won 26-23 in a stunning upset.
8. Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals (Week 12)
The Cleveland Browns were down 24-3 in the third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals and it looked like they were headed for a disappointing loss. But quarterback Baker Mayfield had