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A play so impossible, it still doesn't look real in slow motion. On September 10, 2005, Alabama was in serious trouble at home against Southern Miss, trailing 21–10 just before halftime. Facing a desperate 4th-and-12, quarterback Brodie Croyle heaved a prayer down the middle of the field. What happened next became the most legendary highlight in Crimson Tide history. Wide receiver Tyrone Prothro was draped by defender Jasper Faulk, who had near-perfect coverage. As the ball arrived, Prothro didn't try to outjump him—he reached around both sides of Faulk’s head and pinned the ball against the defender’s back. The two tumbled into the end zone in a "bear hug" with the ball safely tucked away. While the play was eventually ruled down at the 1-yard line after review, it sparked a 30–21 comeback and earned Prothro the 2006 ESPY for Best Play, beating out superstars like Reggie Bush and Aaron Rowand. Is this the single greatest catch in the history of college football? 👇 #TyroneProthro ...

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