Hollywood star and Texas alum Matthew McConaughey is not pleased with Longhorns fans after they threw hundreds of water bottles on the field Saturday night following a controversial call during Texas’ loss to Georgia.
The incident occurred in the closing moments of the third quarter. Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron intercepted Carson Beck and returned the ball inside the Georgia 10-yard line. However, a flag was thrown on the play, and after a quick conference, the officials ruled that Barron was guilty of pass interference, which nullified the penalty.
Texas fans were immediately and justifiably outraged by the call, especially since it was clear from the replay that Georgia receiver Arian Smith had initiated the contact with Barron. The boos lasted a while but then turned into something more as the crowd began throwing dozens of bottles on the field.
The officials’…
