Did refs blow it? Virginia Tech field goal ruled no good in loss to Pitt
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Key Points:
- Virginia Tech kicker John Love missed a potentially game-winning 36-yard field goal against Pitt, with officials ruling the kick no good despite some uncertainty among fans and players.
- The ESPN broadcast did not provide a conclusive angle to determine if the ball passed inside the right upright, leaving the call controversial.
- Virginia Tech coach James Franklin expressed confidence in Love, stating he would trust him in the same situation again and emphasized the missed kick was only one of many plays in the game.
- According to NCAA rules, field goal attempts can be reviewed on instant replay only if the ball's position relative to the uprights or crossbar is clearly uncertain, but in this case, the decision stood as called on the field.
- Pitt won the game 35-33, maintaining their undefeated ACC record and likely securing a spot in the next US LBM Coaches Poll.
