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Cowboys’ KaVontae Turpin believes he is “the fastest person on the planet.”
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Cowboys’ KaVontae Turpin believes he is “the fastest person on the planet.”

KaVontae Turpin has now scored a touchdown after a long game in back-to-back weeks for the Dallas Cowboys.

During their loss to the Houston Texans in Week 11, Turpin took a short pass from Cooper Rush and turned it into a 64-yard touchdown. He followed that up with an incredible 99-yard kick return for a touchdown that led to the win over the Washington Commanders.

On that return, Turpin reached a speed of 21.35 MPH, which was the third fastest speed recorded on a return this season.

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He wasn’t surprised by the number he achieved and said he believes he is “the fastest person on the planet.”

Turpin has added a special element to Dallas’ roster. As a returner, he averages 36.3 yards per kick return and 14.4 yards per punt. His touchdown on Sunday was the second time he has scored on a return this year. In Week 1, he returned a punt 60 yards against the Browns.

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

He’s also been used on offense more regularly, which has resulted in six touchdowns over the last two years.

Whether or not he’s the fastest person in the world, the Cowboys know he can change the game quickly. That’s why they did everything they could to find ways to put the ball in his hands.

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