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Week 8 of the NFL was marred by questionable officiating, including blown calls and controversial whistles that affected game outcomes, highlighting ongoing concerns about refereeing consistency and its impact on the sport.
Umpire Brian Walsh received poor marks for his calls during a Yankees-Astros game, with analysis indicating his missed calls favored the Astros by 1.4 runs, the largest margin in his season, leading to criticism from players and managers alike.
As NFL team owners gather for winter meetings, the league is under pressure to address its ongoing officiating issues following a series of blown calls in recent games. The inconsistency in how games are officiated has led to frustration among coaches and players, with calls impacting playoff seeding and raising concerns as the league embraces gambling. The Kansas City Chiefs' loss to the Buffalo Bills highlighted the problem, with a controversial offensive offsides penalty reversing a touchdown and sparking outrage. Former officials and analysts have called for improvements, including better use of technology and stricter accountability for officials.