“He takes what he wants.”
That was the saying fans always used to describe former LSU safety [autotag]Tyrann Mathieu[/autotag]. On Saturday night, when the Tigers needed it the most, [autotag]Greg Brooks Jr.[/autotag] did his best honey badger impression.
LSU was clinging to a 21-17 lead with 2:25 left in the fourth quarter, and Auburn was driving down the field. On second and eleven from the LSU 36-yard line, Robby Ashford tried to hit former LSU receiver [autotag]Koy Moore[/autotag] on a curl route over the middle.
Brooks had other plans.
He stole the ball out of the hands of Moore and returned it to the Auburn 46-yard line before Ashford took him down. That interception sealed the victory for LSU as the Tigers would pick up a first down on their next drive and run the clock out.
He received the game ball for his efforts.
When [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] and his teammates needed him the most, Brooks showed up and made what could be the play of the season so far.
Greg Brooks Strips Auburn wide receiver Koy Moore
OUR BALL
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— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) October 2, 2022
He made the biggest play when we needed it the most. The game ball belongs to Greg Brooks tonight. pic.twitter.com/I8OJIxBnlm
— Brian Kelly (@CoachBrianKelly) October 2, 2022
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