Missouri Requests SEC Review Of Controversial Calls In Texas Loss

Missouri has requested a formal review from the SEC regarding several controversial officiating decisions during Saturday's 34-20 loss to Texas, according to ESPN.

Missouri athletic director Laird Veatch confirmed the request in a letter to fans on Monday, expressing frustration with the officiating and calling for greater transparency in the conference's replay process.

One of the most controversial calls came in the third quarter when Texas quarterback Arch Manning appeared to throw an incomplete pass while under pressure. Officials instead ruled the play a fumble, which Texas recovered for a first down. The ruling stood following a replay review.

Three plays later, Texas scored a touchdown to tie the game at 20-20 before pulling away with two more touchdowns.

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"After the game Saturday, we requested a formal review and response from the SEC regarding the officiating," Veatch wrote.

Veatch also criticized the lack of transparency surrounding replay decisions and said Missouri would push for changes within the conference this offseason.

Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz avoided directly criticizing the officials after the game, acknowledging that Texas made the plays necessary to win.

The loss dropped Missouri to 6-3 on the season and dealt a significant blow to the Tigers' College Football Playoff hopes.