The highest-scoring game in NFL history was Washington vs. the New York Giants on November 27, 1966, with a wild 72–41 final score for a combined 113 points.

Quick Scoop: Record-Breaking Shootout

  • Matchup: Washington (then Redskins) vs. New York Giants.
  • Date: November 27, 1966.
  • Final score: 72–41 in favor of Washington.
  • Total points: 113, still the most combined points ever in an NFL game.
  • Washington’s 72 points are also the most ever scored by a single team in one NFL game.

A Game That Turned Into a Track Meet

Reports describe that game as a touchdown avalanche, with 16 total touchdowns and even a late field goal just to push the total higher. Washington jumped out early and kept scoring in every quarter, while the Giants’ offense also kept punching back enough to keep the scoreboard spinning.

Fans still look at that 1966 matchup as the ultimate “no defense, just vibes” offensive explosion that hasn’t been matched, even in today’s high- flying passing era.

Other Crazy High-Scoring Games (For Context)

Even in recent years, no game has topped that 113-point mark, though a few have come close:

  • Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns (2004): 106 combined points.
  • Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs (2018): 105 combined points in a famous Monday night shootout.
  • New Orleans Saints vs. New York Giants (2015): 101 combined points.

These games often resurface in forum debates and highlight packages whenever people ask “what is the highest scoring game in NFL history” or wonder if the record will ever be broken.

Quick HTML Table of Top Regular-Season Shootouts

Rank Matchup Total Points Season
1 Washington vs. New York Giants 113 (72–41) 1966
2 Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns 106 2004
3 Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs 105 2018
4 New Orleans Saints vs. New York Giants 101 2015
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