A few controversial calls did not go Michigan’s way in the Wolverines’ 30-27 double-overtime loss at Ohio State on Saturday, so it’s no surprise that Jim Harbaugh expressed his disappointment with the officials afterwards.
The Michigan head coach repeatedly said he was “bitterly disappointed” in the officiating in the Wolverines’ game at Ohio State.
Jim Harbaugh is livid right now. "I am bitterly disappointed in the officiating today. I can't make that any more clear!"
— Mike Sullivan (@MikeSullivan) November 26, 2016
Harbaugh referenced a pass interference call on a 3rd and 7 play from the Buckeyes’ 21 that enabled Ohio State to get a first down on their game-tying drive.
Harbaugh: "They got a gift interference call. The ball was uncatchable, past the receiver when our guy made contact."
— Nicole Auerbach (@NicoleAuerbach) November 26, 2016
Harbaugh also complained about the spot on the 4th and 1 run by JT Barrett in double-overtime that preceded the game-winning score.
Harbaugh says the officials missed multiple calls today. He said Barrett's 4th down conversion in 2OT was short by a foot.
— Mike Sullivan (@MikeSullivan) November 26, 2016
Harbaugh called the calls “outrageous” and also said he got a lame explanation for the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty he received for this display.
Jim Harbaugh says the ref told him he was penalized for throwing headset and papers because "It would have been a technical in basketball."
— Mike Sullivan (@MikeSullivan) November 26, 2016
The calls certainly seemed to favor Ohio State. Michigan was penalized 7 times for 59 yards, while Ohio State was only flagged twice for six yards.
Harbaugh may come across as a bitter whiner, but he may have a point.
