Big 12 admits clock error at end of Notre Dame-BYU game
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The Big 12 acknowledged an officiating error in the final seconds of Notre Dame's 28-24 loss to BYU, where one second remained on the clock but was not noticed by officials or broadcasters.
- The incorrect clearance of the final play by the replay officiating crew prevented Notre Dame, who could have moved to No. 1 after Georgia’s loss, from attempting a last-second score.
- The Big 12 announced it will conduct a thorough review of its end-of-game officiating procedures ahead of upcoming games.
- The incident raises concerns about whether replay officials missed the timing error or intentionally ended the game early due to the crowd storming the field, which would exacerbate the issue.
- Critics suggest that if the officials knowingly allowed the game to end prematurely, those responsible should face permanent removal from their roles.
