That PI non-call defies explanation. They didn't actually miss it -- they were looking right at it, yet refused to call it.How much better does Iowa's offense look when they run no huddle? Don't let the players overthink, just get up to the line and snap. Iowa should stick to the hurry up until NW stops it convincingly.
And how awful are these refs? I remember NDSU not getting a penalty until the 4th quarter. NW has zero penalties right now. Refs missed a blatant pass interference. For ***** sake, when is Iowa going to get some home cooking this season?
I think refs sometimes over-think PI and overcompensate when trying not to be influenced by the fans, to the point where they let an obvious PI go un-called. Yes, it's important not to make a knee-jerk call when the defender makes a good play, but when it's PI, you have to make the call, whether the home fans are going nuts or not. That play wasn't remotely close to a gray area. The defender face guarded AND clearly made contact well before the ball arrived. NO EXCUSE not to make that call!