Was Athan Kaliakmanis' Catch the Best of the Year in College Football?

In the Gophers' season opener against Nebraska, wide receiver Daniel Jackson made an incredible catch that tied the game and ultimately led to the Gophers' victory. With just 2 1/2 minutes left on the clock and trailing by a touchdown, quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis threw a pass toward the end zone that looked uncatchable. However, Jackson managed to drag his left foot inbounds while his right leg was extended just inches from touching the out-of-bounds turf. The catch was hailed as one of the best in college football due to its dramatic timing and difficulty. Gophers coach P.J. Fleck called it a "special moment" and said it would be a memory that everyone talks about. This catch tied the game, and the Gophers went on to win with a last-second field goal. While the Gophers have some areas to improve, including dropped passes and a rough night for the offensive line, Kaliakmanis' clutch plays and poise in the final minutes showed promise for the team.

Logo

8020News: 80% of the news in 20% of the time.

© 2026 CompanyTermsPrivacy