Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson is facing criticism from special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons for watching the Super Bowl LVI halftime show instead of returning to the locker room. The incident, which went viral, shows McPherson staying on the field to enjoy performances by Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar.

McPherson's 2022 regular season statistics:

• Field goals: 28/33 (84.8%)
• Extra points: 46/48 (95.8%)
• Perfect in playoffs and Super Bowl

The criticism appears unwarranted given McPherson's stellar performance throughout the season. The rookie kicker was instrumental in the Bengals' Super Bowl run, and he noted that he had never typically gone to the locker room during halftime breaks.

While long snapper Clark Harris also remained on the field but avoided cameras, Simmons expressed particular disappointment with McPherson's visible presence during the show.

McPherson's consistency and reliability as a kicker have made him a valuable asset for the Bengals, making this controversy seem minor compared to his contributions to the team's success. The 22-year-old's performance suggests the halftime show incident had no impact on his game performance.

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