Big 12 Acknowledges Clock Error in Notre Dame-BYU Game

The Big 12 has confirmed a clock error occurred at the conclusion of the Notre Dame versus BYU game, which ended with a score of 28-24 in favor of BYU. The game featured a critical moment where an incomplete pass by Notre Dame left one second on the clock, which went unnoticed by officials and broadcasters.

The conference stated that a review revealed time remained when the ball hit the ground, and the replay officiating crew mistakenly cleared the play. In response, the Big 12 plans to conduct a thorough review of its end-of-game officiating procedures ahead of the upcoming games.

This incident raises questions about the effectiveness of the replay process, as it failed to catch the error during a crucial moment of the game. The Big 12's statement did not clarify how the oversight occurred, prompting speculation about the decision-making of the replay officials.