DALLAS (AP) — Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark has called for increased consistency in the enforcement of targeting penalties following a controversial no-call during the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Peach Bowl. The incident occurred late in the game when Texas safety Michael Taaffe delivered a helmet-to-helmet hit on Arizona State receiver Melquan Stovall as he made a catch near midfield with 1:15 remaining in regulation.
Despite the high hit, no penalty flag was thrown initially. However, the on-field officials paused the game to review the play for potential targeting. Ultimately, referee Larry Smith announced that no penalty would be assessed, allowing the game to continue without a penalty against Taaffe.
