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sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"NFL Clarifies Eligibility Rules and Officiating Calls Amid Controversy and Close Calls"

The NFL has reaffirmed its support for referee Brad Allen's decision during the Detroit Lions' loss to the Dallas Cowboys, emphasizing the correct procedure for reporting as an eligible receiver. The league's memo and accompanying video highlight that Lions' tackle Dan Skipper did not properly communicate his eligibility to the referee on a crucial 2-point conversion play, which was subsequently nullified. Despite Lions' coach Dan Campbell's strategy to confuse the Cowboys, the NFL insists on clear communication to ensure fairness and avoid deception. The controversy stems from a play where Taylor Decker caught a pass for a two-point conversion that was negated due to an illegal touching penalty, contributing to the Lions' defeat.

via Detroit Free Press|

##controversialcall #detroitlions

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"NFL Reinforces Eligible Receiver Rules Following Lions-Cowboys Officiating Debacle"

The NFL defended referee Brad Allen's controversial call during the Lions-Cowboys game in a video sent to all teams, explaining the correct procedure for a player reporting as eligible. The call in question negated a two-point conversion by the Lions' Taylor Decker, contributing to their 20-19 loss. Despite Decker's claim of reporting as eligible, the league's video supported the referee's decision, stating that another player, Dan Skipper, had reported instead, leading to an illegal formation. The incident has sparked widespread criticism, and although the officiating crew is expected to be downgraded, they will still officiate an upcoming game with playoff implications.

via New York Post |

##footballrules #lionscowboyscontroversy

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Controversy Swirls Around NFL Officiating in Lions-Cowboys Game Amid Missed Calls and Missteps"

The Detroit Lions suffered a controversial 20-19 loss to the Dallas Cowboys after a go-ahead 2-point conversion was nullified by an illegal touching penalty. National analysts and fans expressed outrage, suggesting the referees made a significant error, particularly with the confusion around player eligibility declarations. The loss impacted the Lions' playoff seeding prospects, and there's a report that members of the officiating crew will not work in the postseason. The NFL faces criticism over the incident, with some questioning the competence or integrity of head referee Brad Allen.

via Detroit Free Press|

##controversialcall #dallascowboys

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Referee's Blunder and Controversy Mar Cowboys' Narrow Win Over Lions"

In a critical moment of the Lions-Cowboys NFL game, a controversial call by the referee cost the Detroit Lions a potential win. After scoring a touchdown and opting for a two-point conversion, the Lions executed a trick play resulting in tackle Taylor Decker catching the ball in the end zone. However, the referees penalized Decker for illegal touching, claiming he did not report as eligible, despite claims from Lions players that he did. Referee Brad Allen stood by the decision post-game, also noting an illegal formation penalty on the play. The Lions ultimately lost the game 20-19, with the call sparking significant debate and frustration among fans and players.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

##controversialcall #dallascowboys