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In Saturday’s Bills-Broncos overtime, officials flagged DPI twice against the Bills on Broncos plays, while a late regulation non-call on a Broncos pass sparked questions about consistency. Referee Carl Cheffers explained the overtime calls as arm-grab and restricted-movement DPI, prompting debate over whether the DPI standard shifted for OT and how it might have affected the outcome if calls had been consistent throughout the game.
The NFL's officiating issues, particularly missed pass interference calls, have significantly impacted game outcomes, highlighting the need for a better review system to prevent officials' errors from influencing results, especially in critical moments.
Travis Hunter was penalized for pass interference in a close game against the Bengals, which contributed to their loss, though he acknowledged the need to improve his positioning. His coach expressed some frustration with the call but noted Hunter's increased defensive involvement and overall positive contribution.
Ravens fans were outraged after a missed pass interference call on a crucial interception during the AFC Championship game, leading to the Chiefs securing a spot in the Super Bowl. Lamar Jackson's pass to tight end Isaiah Likely was intercepted by Chiefs' Deon Bush, with fans and Jackson himself believing there was clear interference by Chamarri Conner. Despite the controversy, the Chiefs advanced to their fourth Super Bowl in five years, while the Ravens' hopes of reaching the Super Bowl were dashed.
The NFL officiating crew that failed to call a blatant pass interference penalty in the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Green Bay Packers game also missed a similar call in a previous game, raising concerns about their performance. The crew, led by referee Brad Allen, had previously officiated a game between the New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons, where another controversial missed pass interference call occurred. The crew's handling of these incidents has drawn criticism, particularly in light of the infamous missed pass interference call in the 2018 NFC Championship Game. The crew will face increased scrutiny in their upcoming game, as many will be watching to see if their decisions continue to spark controversy.
Officials drew criticism for not calling pass interference on a crucial play in the Chiefs vs. Vikings game, but CBS Sports rules analyst Gene Steratore agrees with the decision, citing lack of catchability and running together as factors. Although the Chiefs cornerback briefly removed his helmet after the play, it would not have affected the Vikings' comeback attempt as it occurred after a change of possession. The Chiefs won the game due to a strong defensive performance.