Late-Game Officiating Calls Stir Debate in Several College Football Matchups
College football saw widespread controversy surrounding late-game officiating in several key matchups. Notable incidents include a disputed pass interference call and a clock error that cost Notre Dame an extra second against BYU, and questionable calls on two potential game-tying…
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, October 18, 2026 —
Late-game officiating in several college football matchups has drawn scrutiny, with disputed calls and a clock error prompting discussion about their possible effect on game outcomes and the College Football Playoff landscape.
Among the incidents was a disputed pass interference call and a clock error involving Notre Dame and BYU. The error cost Notre Dame an extra second, according to the available account. The specific game situation in which the second was lost, and whether it changed the result, were not provided.
Florida State’s double-overtime loss to Miami also featured two questionable calls on potential game-tying Hail Mary touchdowns. The account does not specify what the officials ruled on either play, or provide details about the plays themselves. Florida State ultimately lost in double overtime.
The calls have fueled broader debate about how officiating decisions in the closing moments can affect a game and, potentially, the College Football Playoff picture. The available information does not establish that any particular call changed a result or altered playoff positioning; it describes those effects as subjects of discussion.
Further details are not available in the summary, including when the matchups took place, the officials’ explanations, whether any decisions were reviewed, and any response from the teams or governing bodies. The incidents nonetheless brought attention to officiating in several key games, particularly decisions made in high-pressure, late-game situations.
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