Urge SEC to RIGHT Auburn vs Oklahoma Game Errors

Recent signers:
William Brabham and 9 others have signed recently.

The Issue

On September 20 in Norman, Oklahoma, Auburn University faced a challenging game against Oklahoma, where a series of poor officiating decisions turned a closely contested match into a heartbreak for Auburn fans. The missed calls during this crucial match were not just disappointing but detrimental to the fairness we hold dear in sports. A missed, reviewed, fumble call, coupled with an illegal "hideout" play, and a missed pass interference call cumulatively cost Auburn their first loss. This is not just a matter of losing a game; it is about ensuring that officiating doesn’t unfairly dictate the outcome of athletic contests.

The South Eastern Conference (SEC) has a duty to uphold the integrity of the sport by ensuring that every game is adjudicated fairly and transparently. Although the SEC has released statements acknowledging the officiating errors during the Auburn vs. Oklahoma game, no action has been taken to rectify their impact on the result.

Sportsmanship and integrity are the cornerstones of athletic competition. When errors that change the fate of games occur, it is imperative for the overseeing bodies to act and correct these mistakes. Auburn, as a proud institution, deserves better, and so do the players and fans who put their heart and faith in each game.

We are calling on the South Eastern Conference to take immediate action to correct this error by either adjusting game records or, at minimum, initiating a review procedure to assess the officiating during this game. Auburn University deserves recognition of the injustices that took place in Norman, Oklahoma. Failure to address these errors not only undermines the spirit of the game but also sets a damaging precedent for future contests.

Sign this petition to urge the SEC to make what went wrong right and ensure fair play and justice for all competitors involved. Let's stand by Auburn and demand accountability and equity in sports. Together, we can initiate change and uphold the true spirit of competition.

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Recent signers:
William Brabham and 9 others have signed recently.

The Issue

On September 20 in Norman, Oklahoma, Auburn University faced a challenging game against Oklahoma, where a series of poor officiating decisions turned a closely contested match into a heartbreak for Auburn fans. The missed calls during this crucial match were not just disappointing but detrimental to the fairness we hold dear in sports. A missed, reviewed, fumble call, coupled with an illegal "hideout" play, and a missed pass interference call cumulatively cost Auburn their first loss. This is not just a matter of losing a game; it is about ensuring that officiating doesn’t unfairly dictate the outcome of athletic contests.

The South Eastern Conference (SEC) has a duty to uphold the integrity of the sport by ensuring that every game is adjudicated fairly and transparently. Although the SEC has released statements acknowledging the officiating errors during the Auburn vs. Oklahoma game, no action has been taken to rectify their impact on the result.

Sportsmanship and integrity are the cornerstones of athletic competition. When errors that change the fate of games occur, it is imperative for the overseeing bodies to act and correct these mistakes. Auburn, as a proud institution, deserves better, and so do the players and fans who put their heart and faith in each game.

We are calling on the South Eastern Conference to take immediate action to correct this error by either adjusting game records or, at minimum, initiating a review procedure to assess the officiating during this game. Auburn University deserves recognition of the injustices that took place in Norman, Oklahoma. Failure to address these errors not only undermines the spirit of the game but also sets a damaging precedent for future contests.

Sign this petition to urge the SEC to make what went wrong right and ensure fair play and justice for all competitors involved. Let's stand by Auburn and demand accountability and equity in sports. Together, we can initiate change and uphold the true spirit of competition.

The Decision Makers

John McDaid
John McDaid
Coordinator of Football Officials
Charlie Hussey
Charlie Hussey
SEC Deputy Commissioner/COO
Greg Sankey
Greg Sankey
SEC commissioner

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Petition created on September 21, 2025