Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has continued to voice his frustrations over officiating in college football, pushing for greater accountability for referees following the Tigers’ loss to Duke. Speaking at his media availability, Swinney questioned why officials aren’t held to the same standards as coaches and players, citing ongoing gambling controversies within the sport. He emphasized that referees, like all participants, should be subject to accountability and face consequences for their actions, not just remain behind the scenes.
His comments come after a contentious call in the final minutes of the game against Duke, where a pass interference ruling directly impacted the outcome. Duke’s Nate Sheppard ran in for a 3-yard go-ahead touchdown with 40 seconds left, securing the 46-45 victory for the Blue Devils. Swinney said he wanted