Omar Cooper Jr.’s Insane Grab Keeps Indiana’s Undefeated Season Alive

On the verge of their initial defeat, the No. 2 Indiana Hoosiers triumphed over a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback by Penn State, largely due to an extraordinary touchdown grab by wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. With a mere 36 seconds left and Indiana down 24-20, quarterback Fernando Mendoza delivered a critical pass to the back right corner of the end zone. Cooper soared above a defender, displaying incredible focus and body coordination to make the catch. Importantly, as he twisted out of bounds, Cooper managed to drag his left toe along the white sideline, securing a spectacular seven-yard touchdown. The crowd at Beaver Stadium, along with viewers nationwide, was captivated as the play underwent a lengthy review but the touchdown call stood, granting Indiana a thrilling 27-24 lead. This victory not only preserved their undefeated record at 10-0 (7-0 Big Ten) but also solidified their standing in the College Football Playoff race, with projections suggesting a strong chance for advancing further.