National Football League

Ochocinco nails extra point as Bengals edge Pats

Published Aug. 21, 2009 1:59 p.m. ET

foxsports

A new role, another new name for Chad Ochocinco.

Cincinnati's emergency kicker and international soccer fan booted the decisive extra point late in the first half and the Bengals beat the sloppy New England Patriots 7-6 on Thursday night.

" 'Esteban' Ochocinco is back, the most interesting footballer in the world," Ochocinco said. "Everyone has to remember, I've always said that soccer is my No. 1 sport. I think Ronaldinho would be proud of me right now."