[StanFan88]

I know that their is a strong sentiment against blaming officials, so I guess I am asking for an onslaught of negative arrows by stating some of the things I saw on Saturday.

You're right there is strong sentiment against that.  I think you have to expect it when you go to South Bend, regardless of what conference supplies the refs.

Bottom line - when you put yourself in a position to have the game decided by the refs, you have already lost.  This game was there for the taking, and the offense stunk it up for the third time in a row against a quality opponent.

[StanFan88]

I know that their is a strong sentiment against blaming officials, so I guess I am asking for an onslaught of negative arrows by stating some of the things I saw on Saturday.

You're right there is strong sentiment against that.  I think you have to expect it when you go to South Bend, regardless of what conference supplies the refs.

Bottom line - when you put yourself in a position to have the game decided by the refs, you have already lost.  This game was there for the taking, and the offense stunk it up for the third time in a row against a quality opponent.