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Chris Jefferson turns in brilliant go-ahead pick-6 off of errant throw by Sean Clifford
By Paul Harvey
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Chris Jefferson has put Purdue back on top with Penn State’s most recent lead not lasting long. Jefferson picked off quarterback Sean Clifford and then produced a dazzling 72-yard return to complete the pick-6.
Penn State had just gotten the ball back and had a chance to build on a 28-24 lead against the Boilermakers. In fact, Mitchell Tinsley was open over the middle of the field.
The bad news is Clifford sailed his throw, missing his mark by a wide margin. Jefferson was there for the interception and followed his blocking all the way back for the score.
PICK SIX PURDUE 🚂🚂🚂🚂
Chris Jefferson runs it back 72 yards for the @BoilerFootball touchdown pic.twitter.com/ggNXfijweM
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) September 2, 2022
Instead of working the clock and adding to their lead, the Nittany Lions must now work from behind again with Purdue getting a chance to close the game out late. This one is coming down to the wire and should have an electric finish in store.
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.