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Another week, another BYU officiating controversy: 'Officials just making up rules'

Big 12’s admission of a blown replay call that gave BYU a disputed TD fuels controversy over college football officiating.

By · Published November 1, 2026  07:54 UTC · Updated November 1, 2026  08:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Big 12’s admission of a blown replay call that gave BYU a disputed TD fuels controversy over college football officiating.
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The play, which sparked a replay review, was ruled a score before officials realized the ball had been recovered by the defense. The error has drawn criticism from BYU’s coach Kalani Sitake and ASU’s coach Kenny Dillingham, raising tensions over officiating standards and potentially affecting conference standings.

Teams and fans await the outcome, which could influence future matchup scheduling and the conference’s reputation.

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What specific error did the Big 12 acknowledge?

The conference said officials awarded BYU a touchdown after a fumble recovery, a decision later ruled incorrect.

Which teams were involved in the disputed play?

The play occurred during the BYU versus Arizona State matchup.

What actions is the Big 12 planning after the error?

The league announced a formal review of the replay process and will consider adjustments to officiating protocols.

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