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Purdue’s George Karlaftis rumbles for game-changing scoop-and-score TD vs. Wisconsin
By Paul Harvey
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Purdue is looking to keep its run into the AP Top 25 going strong, and the defense provided a huge swing on one play against Wisconsin.
It all started with Jamari Brown coming off the edge on a blitz. Wisconsin’s QB Graham Mertz did not pick up the pressure in time and was drilled quickly.
Brown’s hit dislodged the ball, and George Karflaftis was quick to scoop it up. After the recovery, Karlaftis flashed his speed, rumbling 56 yards for the scoop-and-score and 13-10 lead over Purdue.
We just mentioned the defense.
George Karlaftis (@TheGK3) picks up the fumble, and takes it all the way to the 🏡. pic.twitter.com/qbTN2hQlaU
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) October 23, 2021
That play provided a huge boost as Purdue’s offense has struggled to get going in the early going. Aidan O’Connell has thrown 2 interceptions in the first half, but the defense helped steal some points and the momentum early on. Wisconsin has since tied it at 13-all with a field goal with halftime quickly approaching.
Paul is a lifelong fan and student of all things college football. He has been covering college football since 2017 and the B1G since 2018.