re: Alabama - Offensive Holding

I've seen Alabama fans answer this question with, "Look at '95 Nebraska, they weren't called for holding!"

And I actually think they're onto something there. When a team reaches almost mythical status, subjective calls become influenced.

Bama is on a run similar to USC several years back. I'm not doing research, but I bet you could find USC's subjective calls against were less than the norm.

Another factor when talking subjectivity is the familiarity the officials have with the Bama program. Most (2 out of 3) are from the state of Alabama. When Saban hires officials for practices, scrimmages, or any other functions, where do they come from?

I'm not claiming conspiracy. Only pointing out something much stronger than that.

Human nature.

It's the same thing that has influenced penalties and yards in the SEC for decades.