The game between Curt Cignetti’s Indiana and Oregon turned into one of the more heated officiating controversies of the weekend. What looked like a routine third-down play ignited a sideline tantrum when a pass intended for Elijah Sarratt fell incomplete.
Many believed an Oregon defender tugged Sarratt’s arm before the ball arrived. No flag followed, and that no-call proved explosive. Curt Cignetti stormed toward the officials, arms flailing, voice rising.
He pushed himself into the referee’s personal space and unleashed a torrent of objections over what he saw as a clear pass interference miss. The officials, evidently seeking to maintain control, issued a sideline warning to Indiana rather than ejecting him or calling his action unsportsmanlike.
Curt Cignetti was absolutely furious 😳
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The confrontation left an impression on the broadcast and the crowd. Before the dust settled, Indiana’s offense had to punt the ensuing drive. But they didn’t let it linger. The Hoosiers pushed back, converting later drives into points, and took a 13–10 lead into halftime.
Oregon tried to punch through in the second half, but Indiana’s defense stood firm. The Hoosiers held Oregon to fewer explosive plays and secured the win. It wasn’t hard to understand why Cignetti lost his composure.
Both teams came into the game undefeated at 5-0, and the matchup carried major weight in the conference race. With both Indiana and Oregon looking like early playoff contenders, every possession mattered.
A missed call in a game of this magnitude could shift momentum and, potentially, impact postseason hopes. Cignetti’s frustration came from knowing how much was on the line. But in the end, his team walked away with a comfortable 30-20 win.
CBS Broadcast Crew Discussed Curt Cignetti’s Actions
Moments like this often define seasons, and coaches know it. The difference between a win and a loss can hinge on one decision, one whistle, or one official’s judgment. For Cignetti, the no-call wasn’t just another missed opportunity, it was a moment that could have changed the course of a crucial game.
His outburst reflected a coach fighting to protect his team’s shot at something bigger, even if it meant crossing the line of composure in front of thousands watching. But not everyone saw it the same way.
The CBS Broadcast crew got into a discussion over his actions, and Gary Danielson didn’t hold back.
“Let’s say they did miss the call,” he SAID. “Cignetti could have got called there for a penalty. I think the referees showed good judgment keeping it available for him to go for it on fourth-and-short.”
It’ll be interesting to hear from Cignetti what he thinks of his action. As of now, the coach hasn’t commented on it.
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