Illinois Coach Bret Bielema Calls Out Officiating

'Clown Show': Illinois Coach Bret Bielema Calls Out Officiating
Illinois coach Bret Bielema was measured in his criticism of his team in the wake of its 25-17 loss to Minnesota on Saturday in Champaign. He didn't mince his words so much for the officials. Bielema's ire was specifically related to a ruling against Illini defensive back Miles Scott,
Bret Bielema Rails Against 'Clown Show' Officials After No. 24 Illinois Loss
Illinois' chances to tie ended with 29 seconds to go on the clock and quarterback Luke Altmeyer having driven the Illini to the Minnesota 16-yard line ona first-and-10. But Altmeyer was sacked and fumbled on the play, with the Gophers recovering to seal the win.
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Notes: Bielema calls officiating 'clown show' after loss to Minnesota
Bret Bielema made a beeline for the officials as they jogged off the Memorial Stadium turf at the conclusion of Saturday's game. The Illinois coach wanted a word with the crew. Honestly, it was probably several after one second-half call — and another no-call — he took umbrage with in what turned into a 25-17 loss to Minnesota in front of 58,
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Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema celebrates a 50-49 win over the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images / Ron Johnson-Imagn Images
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