Only a handful of players have gained more traction among college football fans in 2025 than USC receiver Makai Lemon . The junior's stellar campaign continued early in Week 13, when he showed off his arm on a 24-yard trick play touchdown pass against Oregon.
Lemon entered Week 13 as the third-leading receiver in the FBS with 1,090 receiving yards. However, he revealed a surprising passing touch in the latest addition to his robust highlight reel by finding freshman Tanook Hines in the end zone on a reverse in the second quarter. Expand Tweet
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Despite having no previous quarterback experience, Lemon threw a near-perfect spiral in the right spot. The pass was high, but it allowed Hines to high-point the catch in front of Oregon defensive back Aaron Flowers.
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