Did the referees make a mistake on Georgia's blocked punt?
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What would a national championship game be without a little officiating drama?
Georgia looked to be in prime position to add to its lead over Alabama on Monday following a blocked punt, but the momentum was squashed when the Bulldogs were ruled offside on the play.
Referees just blew that offside call that resulted in Blocked Punt. #CFPNationalChampionship #GoDawgs #RollTide pic.twitter.com/PAog4eXJVX
— Trey Wallace (@TreyW_Radio) January 9, 2018
Georgia failed to capitalize on its next drive before Alabama, led by true freshman quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, marched downfield and cut the Bulldogs' lead to 13-7 with a 6-yard pass to Henry Ruggs III.