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Wisconsin Arizona State Kneel Down Confusion

2013 • NCAA Football • Referee Mistake • Clock administration
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THE STORY

In the 2013 college football game between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Arizona State Sun Devils, Wisconsin's final drive was marred by confusion over a kneel-down play and the subsequent ball spotting. This mismanagement resulted in the game ending without Wisconsin attempting a potential game-winning field goal. The incident sparked national debate over the officiating and clock management decisions made during the final moments of the game.

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Wisconsin Badgers, Arizona State Sun Devils, Pac-12 officials

WHY IT MATTERS

The controversy surrounding the officiating and clock handling in this game led to widespread discussion about the accuracy and fairness of game-ending decisions in college football.

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