Tim Tebow voiced his discontent with the officiating in Monday night’s National Championship clash between Michigan and Washington, drawing attention to a perceived disparity in calls during the game. Although the contest won’t be remembered primarily for controversial flags, Tebow remained perturbed by one particular incident.
After a dominant first half by Michigan, Washington appeared to be mounting a comeback early in the fourth quarter. Michael Penix Jr. connected with Rome Odunze for a 32-yard gain that could have tied the game. However, the elation was short-lived as the referees called holding against right tackle Roger Rosengarten, nullifying the significant play.
Tebow, the former Heisman Trophy winner and quarterback, believed that Michigan had benefited from several uncalled infractions throughout the night, and this call against Washington was a tough break for them. He expressed his frustration by stating, “Really tough holding call after some of the ones they missed for Michigan.”
Really tough holding call after some of the ones they missed for Michigan. #NationalChampionship
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) January 9, 2024
Tebow’s sentiment found resonance among many fans who also questioned the officiating on social media.
While the referees didn’t dominate the headlines overall, this particular call became a subject of debate among online fans. Nevertheless, it’s undeniable that Michigan asserted their superiority on the night by applying relentless pressure on Penix and effectively exploiting the ground game on the opposite end of the field.