Al Michaels makes the right decision ahead of the official review of the electrifying TD

Al Michaels made a great call in the fourth quarter Thursday Night Footballand provides a quick – and ultimately accurate – analysis of a touchdown play before official review is complete.

Early in the fourth, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson hit wide receiver Tylan Wallace on a short sideline pattern. Wallace evaded three Cincinnati Bengals defenders and balanced down the sideline for an 84-yard touchdown.

The immediate question: Had Wallace left the field? While officials were reviewing the play, Prime Video’s production team pointed out a great replay angle of Wallace running just inches from the sideline.

“Here’s a great look at whether he stayed within bounds,” analyst Kirk Herbstreit said.

At some point, Wallace’s right foot appeared to go out of bounds.

“Oh, look at that! The right foot!” said Michaels.

“Oh, they’ll look at that,” Herbstreit said.

“It almost looked like the toe was in, the heel up,” Michaels quickly noted.

This wasn’t an easy decision after a quick look at the replay, but Michaels nailed it. Officials certified the touchdown and Jackson had the longest TD pass of his career.

TYLAN WALLACE TAKES IT 84 YARDS TO THE 🏠#CINvsBAL on Prime Video
Will continue to stream #NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/b9AjMKfnRD

– NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2024

The broadcast took another look at the play so Herbstreit could explain how Wallace scored the touchdown.

He walked a tightrope to stay within limits 😳 @OfficialTylan2 pic.twitter.com/GKNcO2B1hg

– NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2024

Kudos to Herbstreit for his great performance on Thursday evening under difficult circumstances following the death of his beloved golden retriever Ben.

[Amazon Prime]