Harlan's comments highlighted a troubling tendency in college sports where officials are increasingly scrutinized, questioning their competence and integrity, which can further fuel conspiracy theories.
Officials are under immense pressure and scrutiny, but they’re dedicated to fairly managing games; it’s critical for leaders in sports to support them rather than sow distrust.
In the current climate, the perception of biased officiating is rising, particularly among fans, and remarks from athletic directors like Harlan serve only to exacerbate these concerns.
There is a growing narrative that college football is headed towards a crisis of confidence regarding officiating; skepticism can undermine the integrity of the sport.
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