Bearcats Legend Reacts to Controversial Targeting Penalty That Was Picked Up in Loss to Texas Tech

The Bearcats lost 44-41 on Saturday night.

Sep 28, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Brendan Sorsby (2) is tackled by Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive back Ben Roberts (13) in the second half at Jones AT&T Stadium and Cody Campbell Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images / Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

CINCINNATI — The Bearcats came up short against the Red Raiders on Saturday night, ultimately losing 44-41 in a back-and-forth game. Unfortunately, officiating became a big part of the story.

Officials threw a flag after Bearcats quarterback Brendan Sorsby gave himself up with 58 seconds left and Cincinnati moving the ball down the field.

Sorsby was hit by C.J. Baskerville and a penalty was thrown. The Red Raiders were called for targeting ... until they weren't.

Officials picked up the flag and there was a 10 second run off afterward.

Bearcats head coach Scott Satterfield didn't mince words when asked about the call after the game. Neither did Cincinnati Bearcats legend and radio sideline reporter Tony Pike.

"Just landing back in Cincy… still processing a lot from a tough loss," Pike tweeted on Sunday morning. "Felt like the targeting was clear… also, the QB gave himself up and was hit, which happens to a penalty as well! Instead, the Bearcats suffer a 10 second runoff!? Make it make sense."

Instead, Cincinnati attempted a 51-yard field goal. Nathan Hawks attempt was wide right as time expired.

The Bearcats are 3-2 on the season following the loss.

Just landing back in Cincy… still processing a lot from a tough loss. Felt like the targeting was clear… also, the QB gave himself up and was hit, which happens to a penalty as well! Instead, the Bearcats suffer a 10 second runoff!? Make it make sense

— Tony Pike (@tony_pike15) September 29, 2024

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