13 fastest players in the NFL in Week 11, from Saquon Barkley to Mark Andrews fake tush push TD

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There was plenty of chaos in Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season.

On Sunday alone, the Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Rams were among the contenders who squeaked by with a one-score victory, while the Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens and Carolina Panthers all claimed significant wins for their playoff hopes. Along the way, there were some highlight-reel plays.

That included some displays of blazing speed, as the Broncos, Ravens and Tampa Bay Buccaneers all benefitted from some of the fastest plays of Week 11.

Here's a look at the 13 fastest plays from Week 11 in the NFL.

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All speeds courtesy of Next Gen Stats.

1. Marvin Mims Jr., WR, Broncos (21.35 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 21.35 mph
  • Play type: 70-yard punt return

The Broncos' win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday could be a deciding factor in the AFC West race, as Denver sent Patrick Mahomes and company to 5-5 this season.

In what wound up being just a three-point game, one of the biggest plays of the day came on a punt return from Marvin Mims Jr. While the wide receiver couldn't quite get to the end zone, he set up a Denver field goal with his 70-yard punt return in the first quarter, reaching the highest speed of Week 11 along the way.

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2. Sean Tucker, RB, Buccaneers (21.09 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 21.09 mph
  • Play type: 43-yard rushing touchdown

As the Buccaneers have dealt with Bucky Irving's absence, Rachaad White had been taking most of the backfield touches — until Week 11. Sean Tucker turned in a dominant performance for Tampa Bay despite its losing effort, with the running back scoring three times while totaling 140 scrimmage yards.

One of Tucker's big plays came in the second quarter, ripping off a 43-yard touchdown run against the Bills that saw him hit 21.09 mph.

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3. Derrick Henry, RB, Ravens (21.07 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 21.07 mph
  • Play type: 59-yard rush

The 2025 season hasn't been a completely dominant one for Derrick Henry, despite him placing high expectations for his annual production. Still, the Ravens certainly aren't complaining, now 5-5 after beating the Browns on Sunday.

Along the way, Henry broke free — as he typically does — for a 59-yard run that set up a field goal. The Ravens star hit 21.07 mph on the play.

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4. Devin Duvernay, WR, Bears (21.03 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 21.03 mph
  • Play type: 56-yard kickoff return

The Bears have enjoyed a red-hot stretch since their 0-2 start, including another one-score win in Week 11. 

One of the biggest plays for Chicago against the Minnesota Vikings set up their game-winning field goal. Devin Duvernay sped past Vikings defenders on a 56-yard kickoff return, which set the Bears up for the 48-yard kick that won the game.

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5. Cedric Tillman, WR, Browns (20.84 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.84 mph
  • Play type: 21-yard reception

While the Browns lost another game on Sunday, they did keep things close, with Cedric Tillman leading Cleveland in receiving with 52 yards.

In the second quarter vs. Baltimore, Tillman hit 20.84 mph on a 21-yard catch, although the drive resulted in a Browns punt.

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6. Isaiah Bond, WR, Browns (20.66 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.66 mph
  • Play type: 8-yard rush

Cedric Tillman wasn't the only speedy Browns receiver in Week 11. While Isaiah Bond failed to record a catch against the Ravens, he made the most of his fourth-quarter rushing attempt.

On just an eight-yard carry, Bond hit 20.66 mph, showing off some quickness for the Browns. 

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7. Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Lions (20.58 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.58 mph
  • Play type: 17-yard reception

Jahmyr Gibbs remains one of the most talented running backs in the NFL, something he made evident with nearly 150 scrimmage yards in Week 11. 

One of his five catches went for 17 yards in the third quarter against the Eagles, as Gibbs hit 20.58 mph.

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8. Saquon Barkley, RB, Eagles (20.52 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.52 mph
  • Play type: 14-yard rush

Similar to Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley has had a quieter 2025 season compared to 2024, but he remains one of the most effective runners in the league.

In Philadelphia's Week 11 win over Detroit, Barkley hit 20.52 mph on a first-quarter run that went for 14 yards.

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9. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Seahawks (20.27 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.27 mph
  • Play type: 28-yard reception

Jaxon Smith-Njigba continues to dominate his way into the Offensive Player of the Year conversation for the Seahawks. While Seattle lost in Week 11, its star receiver became the first player in NFL history to record 75-plus receiving yards in 10 straight games to begin a season.

One of his nine catches against the Rams was a 28-yarder in the second quarter where he showed off some speed. That was also a one-handed snag.

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10. Jameson Williams, WR, Lions (20.19 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.19 mph
  • Play type: 40-yard receiving touchdown

Jameson Williams' speed is a well-known commodity by now, as he's been making big plays for the Lions for years. In Week 11, he did it again.

He turned on the burners for a 40-yard touchdown on "Sunday Night Football," hitting over 20 mph on the play.

MORE: Updated look at the Lions' playoff picture

11. Myles Price, WR, Vikings (20.17 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.17 mph
  • Play type: 43-yard punt return

The Vikings fell in Week 11, but kept up with a hot Bears offense behind J.J. McCarthy.

In the fourth quarter, a 43-yard punt return from Myles Price is what led to a Minnesota touchdown drive that made it a one-score game. 

MORE: How wins by Bears, Packers impacts NFC North standings

12. Jaylin Noel, WR, Texans (20.11 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.11 mph
  • Play type: 23-yard kickoff return

Yet another speedy kick return in Week 11 came from Houston Texans rookie Jaylin Noel. 

Houston improved to 5-5, keeping up in the AFC South race with their win over the Titans. While Noel had just one catch on Sunday, he did hit 20.11 mph on a kickoff return.

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13. Mark Andrews, TE, Ravens (20.09 mph)

 

  • Top speed: 20.09 mph
  • Play type: 35-yard rushing touchdown

One of the best highlights of Week 11 came from Baltimore's veteran tight end, Mark Andrews, who converted on a fake "Tush Push" play.

Andrews took the snap on 4th & 1, then turned around and found nothing but green grass ahead of him on a 35-yard run to the end zone. On that play, the 250-pound tight end went over 20 mph.

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