Justyn Ross was spent. That's what he remembers about the catch that made him a household name, the one that proved to be the final dagger that slayed mighty Alabama.
The previous play was a little screen pass that gained just a yard, but it took its toll on the Clemson freshman receiver. He looked to the sideline and signaled for a break.
"Stay in, stay in," was the response from receivers coach Jeff Scott.
Ross dragged himself to the line. Trevor Lawrence took the snap on third-and-9. Ross made a half-hearted move toward the middle of the field, then cut out and up.