Justin Holbrock
ATHENS, Oh -- With just over two minutes to go in Ohio’s game against MAC West leader Northern Illinois, the ‘Cats trailed 21-14 and were driving effectively down the field.
The Bobcats were able to move into Northern Illinois territory after quarterback Derrius Vick completed what appeared to be a 10-yard pass to wide receiver Landon Smith, who bobbled the pass and corralled it in for the catch.
As Ohio head coach Frank Solich gave the next play to Vick, officials intervened to review the play after Northern Illinois strong safety Marlon Moore pounced on the ball claiming Smith had fumbled the reception.
After several minutes of review, the officials sealed the fate of Ohio’s upset bid by ruling in favor of the Huskies. Northern Illinois then proceeded to run out the clock, giving the visitors a 21-14 victory.