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[Reffing Rev.]

On a side, but semi-related note, I thought the officiating was excellent last night. I am usually critical of Big XII officiating, but last night's crew was spot on.

[Matt]

Originally Posted by Reffing Rev.

On a side, but semi-related note, I thought the officiating was excellent last night. I am usually critical of Big XII officiating, but last night's crew was spot on.

I wouldn't say spot on, because that implies perfection. I saw at least two relevant holds that were missed on crucial plays (both LTs grasping the jersey and pulling the defender to the ground from behind,) one on each side, and a missed PI on a failed 3rd down play by Oregon.

Originally Posted by Matt

I wouldn't say spot on, because that implies perfection. I saw at least two relevant holds that were missed on crucial plays (both LTs grasping the jersey and pulling the defender to the ground from behind,) one on each side, and a missed PI on a failed 3rd down play by Oregon.

I thought they did a very mediocre job. The only reason most people didn't notice the bad calls is because the announcing crew didn't look at a lot of replays and stayed away from bashing the officials.

[letemplay]

Originally Posted by AremRed

I thought they did a very mediocre job. The only reason most people didn't notice the bad calls is because the announcing crew didn't look at a lot of replays and stayed away from bashing the officials.

And the plays (and game) were going Herbie's way

[Reffing Rev.]

I agree not perfection, but not a lot to be critical of. I'm not sure which 3rd down for Oregon was being referenced earlier, but I only saw one that was close and not called, and I thought it a 50-50 call. I don't get to work that level, nor grade that level, but I would be pretty happy with that performance.

[bigjohn]

The ref was Bob Newhart!

[Matt]

Originally Posted by Reffing Rev.

I agree not perfection, but not a lot to be critical of. I'm not sure which 3rd down for Oregon was being referenced earlier, but I only saw one that was close and not called, and I thought it a 50-50 call. I don't get to work that level, nor grade that level, but I would be pretty happy with that performance.

It was in the second quarter, IIRC. I didn't see much actual game play, so I'm piecing together at what point in the argument with my girlfriend I noticed it.