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Arkansas AD issues new comment on controversial Auburn call, says the program is moving forward
By Keith Farner
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Arkansas Athletics Director Hunter Yurachek is trying to move on from the controversial and disappointing ending to the Auburn game on Saturday.
With the Razorbacks up 28-27, Auburn QB Bo Nix attempted to spike the ball and stop the clock on third-and-1 at the Arkansas 20, but bobbled the snap. Nix appeared to spike it backward, which would have resulted in a fumble, and about that time, a whistle blew, however, Arkansas appeared to recover the apparent fumble.
Yurachek released a statement on Twitter Sunday morning, and said that he spoke with staff at the SEC office, and he received an explanation consistent with what was outlined in the statement released late Saturday night.
“I expressed my disagreement and disappointment with the final decision,” Yurachek said. “However, there is no further action to be taken and we will turn our attention to the Ole Miss game on Saturday.”
Fans of @RazorbackFB; immediately following last night’s game, I spoke with the appropriate staff at the SEC office regarding the official’s ruling on 3rd down with :30 remaining in the game. They provided an explanation consistent with what was outlined in their statement.
— Hunter Yurachek (@HunterYurachek) October 11, 2020
I expressed my disagreement and disappointment with the final decision. However, there is no further action to be taken and we will turn our attention to the Ole Miss game on Saturday. I am extremely proud of the effort of our football team. I appreciate your continued support.
— Hunter Yurachek (@HunterYurachek) October 11, 2020
Statement on play at :30 to go in fourth quarter of Arkansas-Auburn game. pic.twitter.com/L1UQRlFx2M
— SEC Officiating (@SECOfficiating) October 11, 2020
A former newspaper veteran, Keith Farner is a news manager for Saturday Down South.
