interception
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The Eagles tore apart Kansas City’s defense while Philadelphia’s defense throttled Patrick Mahomes, who threw an interception returned for a touchdown long before he threw a touchdown of his own.
That would be the third tanker subject to interception under the blockade.
From Los Angeles Times
Herbert finished with 300 passing yards from 23-of-29 attempts with no interceptions, and rushed for 42 yards including a third quarter touchdown.
From Barron's
In two first-round nail-biters this weekend, a pair of underdogs turned the College Football Playoff on its head in exactly the same way—with a game-wrecking interception.
Defensive back: Jaden Walk-Green, Corona Centennial, 5-11, 180, Jr. — With 10 interceptions, including four returned for touchdowns while also kicking, punting and returning punts and kickoffs, he was the most versatile player in the Southland.
From Los Angeles Times
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