Big Ten makes notable change after controversial Michigan-Minnesota ending

The Big Ten is making a notable change to its officiating protocols after the controversial ending to Saturday’s game between the Michigan Wolverines and Minnesota Golden Gophers.

The conference said Monday it is implementing a “modified officiating mechanic” that will position both the Line Judge and the Head-Line Judge on the kicking team’s restraining line in order to give multiple officials the best possible view of onside kicks. In Saturday’s game, the Golden Gophers were flagged for offside in a call that was left to the umpire.