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Frankie Taddeo

Official Goes Viral for Accidentally Decleating Ballcarrier in Boston College-Army Game

Outstanding hits delivered by defensive players during college football games often receive strong attention. 

However, on Saturday fans were treated to a rare big hit—this time by an official.

While officials often gain air time for penalties either called or missed, in the Army-Boston College tilt the umpire found himself in the middle of the action.

In the second quarter, Eagles’ quarterback Thomas Castellanos headed up field on a designed rush on a second-and-9 play from near mid-field.

While eluding Army defenders, Castellanos collided with an official who lowered his shoulder upon contact sending the sophomore signal-caller straight to the turf.

To be fair, the referee, despite not showing solid form, made one great tackle. Fans on social media were buzzing following the hit.

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