Steelers' Kenneth Gainwell Makes Catch of the Year

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell just made the catch of the year. This season has been a breakout one for the 26-year-old running back, showing his versatility in both the run and passing game.

With the Steelers taking on the Detroit Lions in a pivotal Week 16 matchup, the team needed a spark. The second quarter slowed the game to a slog, and the Steelers had ended three consecutive offensive drives with a punt. Trailing 10-3 as the second quarter came to a close, the Steelers had one last chance to pick up yards and get into field goal range.

Gainwell was in one-on-one coverage on the outside, and quarterback Aaron Rodgers lobbed up a pass to the running back. As the Lions defender tangled up with the Steelers' back, the two fell to the turf. Incredibly, Gainwell maintained concentration on and control of the ball, securing his arm underneath the falling pass. Still untouched, he had the awareness to get up and finish the play for a touchdown.

The Steelers tied the game at 10-10 and went into halftime with the momentum on their side. Meanwhile, Gainwell put together the new top candidate for catch and play of the year in the NFL.