Watch Rutgers’ Jerome Washington Literally Catch Ball With His Ankles

One of the best catches from Week 4 of college football wasn’t made with fingers, hands or arms.

In fact, the area above the waist barely was a factor at all.

During the first quarter of Rutgers’ game against Nebraska, Scarlet Knights tight end Jerome Washington made a highlight-reel grab … with his ankles. Like, just his ankles.

Watch the absurd play in the video below:

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OK, so he used his hands at the very end. Still, an amazing catch nonetheless.

And although Washington’s play led to a touchdown for Rutgers, Nebraska ultimately defended its home turf, as the Cornhuskers prevailed with a 27-17 win.

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