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Big 12 Confirms Clock Error After Notre Dame Falls to BYU
Conference officials determined the Fighting Irish should have received an extra second to attempt a final play in the 28-24 loss.
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Ruling Reversed on Final Play
The Big 12 acknowledged that one second remained on the clock when the ball hit the ground during an incomplete pass in the end zone. This error meant Notre Dame should have been allowed another play on second down instead of the game ending immediately. The conference stated that the replay crew incorrectly cleared the field after the play.
Details of the Officiating Mistake
Notre Dame, an independent program, had its contest officiated by the host conference. The final sequence involved a pass from the quarterback to a receiver that fell incomplete. Replays later confirmed the timing issue, prompting the conference to announce a full review of its end-of-game procedures ahead of upcoming contests.
Coach Reaction and Broader Context
The Notre Dame coach raised concerns about a non-call on pass interference during the closing moments but did not address the clock situation at the time. This marks the second notable clock controversy this season involving a similar end-of-game decision in another matchup.
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