Chapter 385

“That was simply part of the strategy,” insisted Brownie before adding, “Madam President.”

“You knew that the snap would be short and the ball would bounce in front of Steve and he’d be able to pick it up and run it in for two points?” asked Gwen with a raised eyebrow showing her doubt.

“I knew he’d pick it up and probably have to run it in,” insisted Brownie. “I just never thought their middle linebacker would have been able to stop Steve like he was a little girl. When I saw that poor little Steve lacked the determination and muscle to break free, I took it upon myself to help him into the end zone.”

“You almost cracked my ribs when you hit me,” complained Steve, but with a grin. “One second I’m wrapped up by the linebacker and the next thing I know, I’m lying on top of him in the end zone with a two hundred and fifty pound idiot screaming in my ear.”

“And the National Championship on your résumé!” added Brownie with pride. “I still get asked about that gam