Few moments ignite college football like a catch you won’t believe, and that’s exactly what happened when CJ Daniels, wide receiver for the Miami Hurricanes, pulled off a one-handed TD grab that instantly became legendary.
On the sideline, former Cowboys and Hurricanes star Michael Irvin erupted in celebration. His enthusiasm capturing the moment’s exhilaration and reminding fans why he earned the nickname “The Playmaker”.
CJ Daniels’s catch defied gravity
Daniels’s touchdown was nothing short of spectacular: a high-flying, one-handed grab in traffic that evoked memories of Odell Beckham Jr.’s iconic catches.
The play, a 20 yard touchdown pass from Carson Beck, gave Miami a 14-7 lead heading into halftime. After review, the catch stood, and just like that, college football viewers got a new highlight to replay for weeks.
Irvin’s sideline reaction
Michael Irvin’s reaction to the play was nearly as memorable as the catch itself. Caught on camera, Irvin leapt into the air on the Hurricanes sideline, creating a moment of raw joy and fandom captured in real time.
In the midst of replays, Irvin’s celebration punctured the moment: and NFL legend celebrating a future star, reminding us how passion transcends alumni ties. The clip quickly went viral, with commentators dubbing it arguably one of the most enthusiastic celebrations of the season.
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