Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is an Indianapolis native. For the first time as a pro, McLaurin was in the same stadium he rooted on the Colts, won two high school state championships, and two Big Ten championships.
Thus, on the Commanders’ final offensive drive needing a touchdown to at least tie the game, McLaurin shined brightest, snagging a high throw from the hands of Colts cornerback Stephon Gilmore at the one-yard line with 26 seconds remaining.
McLaurin jumped up with joy. His emotions let out, screaming to Gilmore and then to everyone inside Lucas Oil Stadium, “This is my city!”
Colts cornerback Kenny Moore could only laugh because there was no other comeback for that moment.
The Commanders scored on the next play, as Taylor Heinicke scored on a quarterback sneak to tie the game at 16-16. The extra point gave Washington the lead for good at 17-16 with 22 seconds remaining.
McLaurin’s catch is spectacular regardless of what stadium occurred. However, the moment’s energy was exceptional because the play happened in Indianapolis.
