SEC officials change controversial call after Texas fans throw trash on field vs. Georgia

An officiating controversy unlike many in recent memory struck at a pivotal junction in the Georgia–Texas showdown on Saturday night. Hanging in the balance? A red zone possession for the Longhorns, trailing by two scores at home.

With Georgia in possession late in the third quarter, Carson Beck targeted wideout Arian Smith down the left sideline. Smith had made contact and turned inside while defender Jahdae Barron held his ground. There was contact from both parties, and the bail sailed into Barron’s arms before he returned it inside the 10.

But a flag was down: Defensive holding on Barron.

The call immediately drew the ire of Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian and the approval of Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart. Fans hurled debris on the field.

And then, after a lengthy discussion, the roles were reversed as the officials announced there was, actually, no penalty on the play.

Shortly after, Texas scored a touchdown to cut the lead to one score.

This story will be updated.

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