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Big Ten Makes Immediate CFB Rule Change After Controversial Minnesota-Michigan Call

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A controversial ending to Saturday's contest between Michigan and Minnesota has sparked a rule change from the Big Ten.

Per ESPN's Pete Thamel, the conference will allow a rule change that will position the line judge and the head line judge on the kicking team's restraining line during onside kicks.

"Effective immediately, the Big Ten has been approved by the NCAA to implement a modified officiating mechanic that will allow the conference to change the manner in which it officiates onside kicks by positioning the Line Judge and Head Line-Judge on the kicking team's restraining line, thereby putting multiple officials in the best position to consistently make the correct judgment," a statement from the Big Ten said.