Jeremiah Smith pushes back against referee controversy

Washington’s accusations stir controversy

The controversy began when Washington’s head coach implied that several key calls went in Ohio State’s favor at critical moments, shifting the momentum of the game. Among the claims were complaints about pass interference rulings and holding penalties, which he suggested unfairly benefited the Buckeyes.

The remarks quickly caught the attention of both fanbases and analysts, sparking a wave of debate on social media. Washington supporters rallied around their coach’s frustration, while Ohio State fans viewed the comments as excuses that overshadowed their team’s dominant performance.

Smith calls out “excuses”

Buckeyes stand united

Media and fan reaction

The bigger picture for Ohio State

Turning the page

A statement beyond football