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Michael Johnson's first NFL TD: 10 years and one lucky bounce

CINCINNATI -- It took Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Michael Johnson 10 seasons to score his first NFL touchdown.

His protégé, rookie Sam Hubbard, responded with his first touchdown about nine minutes after that, just five weeks into his NFL career.

Johnson stood in front of his locker later that afternoon, sweat still streaming down his face, and explained the wacky play that capped a 17-point comeback to tie the game before the Bengals pulled out a 27-17 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

The Dolphins lost left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a concussion, which left Johnson up against swing tackle Sam Young.