Mike Norvell addresses controversial call in FSU’s Miami loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 2:24 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Mike Norvell discussed a crucial holding penalty that affected Florida State's game against Miami during a recent conversation with ACC officiating supervisor Gary Patterson. The penalty negated what appeared to be a game-tying touchdown in the second overtime, leading to a 43-35 double-overtime loss for FSU. Norvell acknowledged that while officiating mistakes can happen, their impact in pivotal moments can be significant. He emphasized the importance of clarifying such calls while noting that FSU's record remains at 3-4 as they prepare for their next game against Clemson.
- •Norvell spoke to Patterson about FSU's controversial holding call.
- •The penalty negated a crucial touchdown in overtime.
- •Florida State lost to Miami 43-35 in double overtime.
- •FSU is 3-4 going into the game against Clemson.
- 2:24 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Norvell revisits the call that changed FSU’s Miami loss
"Mike Norvell discussed his conversation with ACC officiating supervisor Gary Patterson after the controversial holding call in FSU's loss to Miami.
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