SAN ANTONIO –Ross Lane just made the biggest catch of his excellent career.

With the ball on the Mizzou 24-yard line, C.J. Bacher lofted a pass to the back of the end zone to Lane. The ball just floated over the outstretched hands of strong safety Kenji Jackson. Lane, who was behind Jackson, leaped and made the catch, falling backwards and dragging one his feet just in front of the back line. The play resulted in a touchdown and a 23-20 NU lead after the extra point with 34 seconds left in the quarter.

The play was made possible by safety Brad Phillips, who intercepted  Chase Daniel, jumping in front of  his pass to the left sideline. Three plays later, Lane came through with his huge catch.

Before that, it looked like NU was in trouble, when C.J. Bacher was intercepted by Brock Christopher. That play led to a field goal that made it 20-16 Missouri.

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