Georgia edges Alabama with controversial no-call late in fourth quarter
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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

No. 2 Georgia secured a 20-17 victory over No. 6 Alabama on Saturday night, with a pivotal late-game moment causing controversy. Trailing by three points, Alabama was in field goal range when a potential pass interference on Georgia safety KJ Bolden was not called on a deep target to Rico Scott. The no-call infuriated Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer, who vocally protested the decision. Following that play, Alabama faced a third-and-10 and subsequently a catastrophic sack from Bolden on quarterback Keelon Russell, forcing a punt. Alabama had opportunities to regain possession but ultimately could not, as an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty sealed their defeat. DeBoer later remarked on the officials' rationale for the no-call, confirming he received limited explanation.
- •Georgia wins 20-17 against Alabama on October 10, 2026.
- •A controversial no-call for pass interference occurred late in the fourth quarter.
- •Kalen DeBoer expressed frustration over officiating during the game.
- •Alabama had chances to tie but was ultimately stalled after a critical sack.
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama football no-call pass interference vs Georgia: Photos, video
- 3:50 AMCBS Sports — Was it pass interference? Georgia escapes Alabama after no-call sparks outrage from Kalen DeBoer
"A pass interference no-call cost the Crimson Tide dearly late in the fourth quarter of Saturday night's loss to Georgia
"Here's a close look at Alabama football no-call pass interference vs Georgia in photos, video. You make the call.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 11, 2026, 4:13 AMAlabama football no-call pass interference vs Georgia: Photos, video
Here's a close look at Alabama football no-call pass interference vs Georgia in photos, video. You make the call.
- CBS SportsOct 11, 2026, 3:50 AMWas it pass interference? Georgia escapes Alabama after no-call sparks outrage from Kalen DeBoer
A pass interference no-call cost the Crimson Tide dearly late in the fourth quarter of Saturday night's loss to Georgia
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