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Syracuse QB Garrett Shrader Does Backflip in Middle of Play vs. Pitt

Syracuse senior quarterback Garrett Shrader captivated the college football world for his non-football skills during Saturday’s ACC clash with Pittsburgh at Yankee Stadium.

Frankie Taddeo

Syracuse QB Garrett Shrader Does Backflip in Middle of Play vs. Pitt
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During Syracuse’s ACC showdown with Pittsburgh at Yankees Stadium, Orange starting quarterback Garrett Shrader opted to show off his gymnastics skills during a live offensive play.

In the first quarter, Shrader lined up as a wide receiver instead of under center. On the play, Syracuse attempted an unsuccessful double-pass.

However, during the play Shrader attempted to distract the defense on the opposite side of the throw by doing a backflip.

Shrader, who missed last week’s game against Boston College with an undisclosed injury, started for the Orange and has been involved in offensive sets.

On top of converting his backflip, Shrader caught a pass and rushed for 51 yards while throwing a five yard touchdown in the first half. However, there maybe something wrong with his shoulder as the talented signal-caller only attempted two passes before halftime.

While the Panthers owned a 13–7 halftime lead, college football fans were instead focused on the outrageous in-play backflip.

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FRANKIE TADDEO

Frankie Taddeo is a successful high-stakes fantasy football player who created the first-ever DFS program offered in a Las Vegas sportsbook. Besides contributing NFL fantasy analysis with a Vegas slant, Frankie primarily performs as Sports Illustrated's Senior Betting Analyst providing his significant experience and resources in the sports betting scene. 

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