"So fu**king terrible": Former NFL star lashes out at referees for controversial calls in Ohio State's game against Nebraska 

Former NFL player Will Compton was not impressed at some of the refereeing decisions in the Ohio State vs. Nebraska game in Week 9 on Saturday. Compton, who played four seasons with the Cornhuskers from 2009 to 2012, blasted the referees in a tweet during the game:

"These referees are so fu**ing terrible."

The Buckeyes had some favorable calls on Saturday. During one play in the second quarter, officials ruled Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson short on a second-down run. However, replays appeared to suggest that the Cornhuskers star ran past the line to gain by more than a yard. The officials did not review the play, and at the time, Ohio State was leading 14-3.

In another instance, there was controversy about a pass interference call by the officials that went against Nebraska on a third down. The drive eventually resulted in an Ohio State touchdown.

Compton wasn't the only one who felt that the referees had too much influence over the outcome of the game. Several fans also took to social media to express their discontent with the officiating in the game.

Ohio State beats Nebraska to boost chances of reaching College Football Playoff

Ohio State Buckeyes QB Will Howard - Source: Getty

In a game that had a few controversial refereeing decisions, No. 4 Ohio State at 6-1, defeated Nebraska at 5-3 in Week 9 at Ohio Stadium. It was the Buckeyes' sixth victory of the season and Ryan Day's team moved one step closer to reaching the playoffs. The final score was 21-17.

Ohio State quarterback Will Howard was the star of the show in Week 9. The signal-caller completed 13 of 16 passes for 221 yards and three touchdowns, with one interception. He also rushed for 14 yards on eight carries.

Meanwhile, Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola struggled to get his team's offense going. He finished with 152 yards on 21 passes with no touchdowns and one interception.

The Buckeyes will now focus on another big game against Penn State in Week 10.