interception
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“We have a lot of potential, man,” said quarterback Nico Iamaleava, who rushed for one touchdown and threw for 184 yards and one interception.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
As for kicking, Cameron Dicker is typically automatic on extra points, but he missed one after linebacker Junior Colson scored on an interception return in the third quarter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Flying yards above the sea surface, they hide from radar and complicate interception.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
The boat was poor quality, overcrowded and "appeared to be deflating upon interception", the prosecutor added.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
When Terrell throws a fourth-quarter interception, the Bellmont football team ends up finishing 2-6 for the season, so they don’t make the playoffs.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
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