Big Ten issues statement on officiating error in Nebraska-Ohio State game

From start to finish of a Week 9 matchup between Nebraska and No. 4 Ohio State, officiating caused frustration and head scratching — for both teams.

The Big Ten issued a statement Monday on one particular officiating error in the 21-17 Buckeyes victory in Columbus:

“During Nebraska’s final drive of the first half, on second down with two yards to gain on the Ohio State 39-yard line, the ball was incorrectly spotted after a run by Cornhusker RB Emmett Johnson. The ball carrier crossed the 37-yard line and a first down should have been awarded to Nebraska. Replay should have stopped the game to review the spot since it involved the line-to-gain.”

Big Ten statement: “During Nebraska’s final drive of the first half, on second down with two yards to gain on the Ohio State 39-yard line, the ball was incorrectly spotted after a run by Cornhusker RB Emmett Johnson. The ball carrier crossed the 37-yard line and a first down… https://t.co/SlaAuimB51

— Sean Callahan (@Sean_Callahan) October 28, 2024

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