Trent Dilfer’s return to Lipscomb Academy started with a heartbreaking loss and plenty of second-guessing.
The Mustangs opened their 2026 season on Friday with a 27-24 overtime loss to McCallie. The entire game came down to a couple of controversial goal-line calls, leaving Lipscomb convinced the referees missed a touchdown.
To make matters worse, Dilfer faced heavy criticism for his play-calling on the final snap. Instead of lining up under center at the goal line, Lipscomb ran a play out of the shotgun, and McCallie’s defense blew it up to seal the win.
A Tough Call At The Goal Line
Lipscomb and McCallie battled to a 24-24 tie late in regulation. With 11 seconds left, Lipscomb kicker Tyler Robbins missed a 46-yard field goal that could have won the game…