Big Ten Changes Onside Kick Officiating After Controversial Call in Minnesota-Michigan Game

The conference will now position two officials on the kicking team's restraining line to ensure accurate judgments.

The Big Ten received NCAA approval to modify the officiating mechanics for onside kicks.
The change comes after a disputed offside call against Minnesota in their game against Michigan.
The new rule positions the line judge and head line judge on the kicking team's 35-yard line.
Minnesota's coach P. J. Fleck and analysts criticized the original call, which was not reviewable.
Despite the rule change, the outcome of the Minnesota-Michigan game remains unchanged.