To be perfectly honest, I think is debatable and far from conclusive in either direction. Just for giggles, here is the rule: The important part here is whether or not he firmly held the ball while contacting the ground. Reason would suggest that if the ball moved, he didnt have a firm hold on it. It can be argued from both sides.
When the ball hits the ground and moves, it is loose, which cannot be considered a "firm hold" on the ball. It can be argued, but the video evidence, still picture evidence, and relevant rules from the NCAA make it extremely clear that the correct ruling was made by the replay booth. Kudos to them for fixing a few of the mistakes made on the field!
It was closed as soon as it was overturned by the replay officials intently watching the replay over and over in slow motion with multiple angles from the comfort of the press box who have no affiliation with LSU. However, I understand why our friends from Bama who have remained here to post after the game argue otherwise. We could also talk about the lack of holding called on Bama, but I'd much prefer to focus on LA TECH.
I can agree with you here. These are SEC refs... they will miss a lot. The only thing I am having trouble with is what they saw and how they ruled on it. I wish I could interview the guy.
Apologies, I'm catching up a little bit! I was at the game, and therefore didn't get a lot of looks at many of the plays at all, and haven't had time to watch any of the game on my DVR yet.
I disagree. I thought the ball moved when it hit the ground. Obviously, the replay official did as well.
