Georgia edges Alabama with controversial no-call late in fourth quarter

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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Georgia edges Alabama with controversial no-call late in fourth quarter
Summary

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.

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  • •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.
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  • 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
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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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