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Virginia Tech's Overtime Win Sparks Officiating Controversy
10/26/2025
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- Virginia Tech defeated California 42-34 in double overtime.
- The roughing-the-passer penalty on Virginia Tech defensive lineman Ben Bell late in the fourth quarter against California quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele was criticized as one of the worst calls in college football history.
- Virginia Tech improved to 3-5 overall and 2-2 in the ACC.
- The incident has reignited discussions about inconsistent officiating in college football.
