The freshman from Alabama showed up in a big way in a big game against the team many thought he would stay home to play for.
Ross hauled in a 74-yard touchdown catch early in the third quarter that extended the Tigers' lead over the Crimson Tide 37-16.
74 YARDS!! Justyn Ross to the HOUSE! -- pic.twitter.com/kCIP1tJmfF
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January 8, 2019 But it was late in the third quarter that Ross really began to make some eye-popping plays -- two impressive one-handed catches on the same drive, including one as he managed to stay inbounds.
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January 8, 2019 Ross's spectacular grab came on the heels of another brilliant catch just moments before, as he juggled the ball with one hand and brought it in for a 37-yard gain.
How did he catch that -- pic.twitter.com/FbscOk0BFb
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January 8, 2019 Clemson went on to add another touchdown on that drive, taking a 28-point lead, which was the biggest deficit a Nick Saban-coached Alabama team has ever faced.
