Penn State WR Omari Evans' 55-yard grab a 'confidence booster' in Year 3

Evans had a breakout performance in Penn State's win over Purdue

Penn State wide receiver Omari Evans had a breakout performance in the Nittany Lions' 35-31 win over Purdue on Saturday.

Evans caught three passes for a team-high 86 yards, including a 55-yard touchdown grab in the fourth quarter that gave Penn State a 28-24 lead.

It was Evans' first career touchdown catch and his longest reception of the season.

Evans has been a key contributor for Penn State this season

Evans has been a key contributor for Penn State this season, starting all seven games and ranking second on the team with 21 receptions for 328 yards.

He has also shown a knack for making big plays, with four of his receptions going for 30 or more yards.

Evans' 55-yard touchdown catch was a perfect example of his big-play ability. He beat Purdue cornerback Cory Trice deep down the field and hauled in a perfectly thrown pass from quarterback Sean Clifford.

Evans' performance is a sign of things to come for the Nittany Lions

Evans' performance against Purdue is a sign of things to come for the Nittany Lions.

He is a talented young receiver with a bright future. He has the size, speed, and athleticism to be a star at Penn State.

With Evans and fellow wide receivers Parker Washington and KeAndre Lambert-Smith, the Nittany Lions have one of the most talented receiving corps in the Big Ten.

Conclusion

Evans' 55-yard touchdown catch was a pivotal moment in Penn State's win over Purdue. It was a sign of things to come for the Nittany Lions, who have a bright future with Evans leading the way at wide receiver.