bleacherreport
In the aftermath of UCLA's stunning victory over Oregon on Saturday, the Big Ten conference has publicly acknowledged a significant officiating mistake that took place in the closing minutes of the game. The error added controversy to an already dramatic finish.
With slightly more than two minutes left on the clock and UCLA holding a narrow 17-15 lead, Oregon attempted a two-point conversion but failed to convert. Prior to the play, officials flagged the Bruins for a facemask penalty, yet the ball was incorrectly spotted, according to the Big Ten's review.
The admission brings additional scrutiny to the officiating crew's handling of a crucial moment that could have altered the outcome of the game. Oregon's upset loss to UCLA was marked by this late-game confusion, and the Big Ten's statement confirms that a mistake was made.
Further details and analysis are expected to be provided as the story develops.
Originally reported by bleacherreport.