Big 12 says BYU's first touchdown vs. Arizona State shouldn't have counted
November 1, 2026 at 7:02 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
The Big 12 Conference acknowledged that replay officials incorrectly awarded BYU a touchdown against Arizona State, the league's third officiating admission involving the Cougars this season, The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
The conference's statement confirmed the call was wrong, adding to a pattern of controversial officiating in BYU games this year. The Cougars won the game despite the disputed call, but the ongoing officiating issues have become a storyline in BYU's season.
The admission comes as BYU prepares for a likely top-10 matchup against Utah, with both teams undefeated in conference play.
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