South Carolina football fans know: If you need energy and momentum, D.J. Swearinger will usually come through.
Washington Redskins fans are learning that too.
With the Redskins trailing the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter Sunday, the former Gamecock and current Washington safety was in coverage when a pass from Andrew Luck was batted at the line. Swearinger quickly reacted, diving to scoop the ball just before it hit the turf for his first interception of 2018 and 11th professional pick.
Needless to say, Washington’s defense was fired up by the play, and they celebrated with their signature move — a TSA-style pat-down.