Keionte Scott celebrates pick six against Ohio State in Cotton Bowl
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Keionte Scott, former Miami Hurricanes CB, returned an interception for a touchdown during the Cotton Bowl against Ohio State on December 31, 2025. The play shifted momentum as Miami led 7-0 early in the second quarter. Scott, who described the moment as a 'flow state,' engaged with an Ohio State alumnus on the sideline during his return. Miami ultimately secured a 24-14 victory, knocking out the defending champions. Scott's future now lies in Tampa Bay after he was drafted in April 2026.
- •Scott returned a 68-yard interception for a touchdown.
- •Miami led Ohio State 7-0 early in the second quarter.
- •The Hurricanes won the Cotton Bowl 24-14.
- •Scott will play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being drafted.
- •He engaged with an Ohio State alumnus during his touchdown return.
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Former Miami Hurricanes CB Keionte Scott explains why he turned to the Ohio State sideline during pick six in the Cotton Bowl
"The former Miami star defender had some fun at Ohio State's expense during the game's biggest moment.
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