Arrr! 'Tis said those landlubber NFL refs in the Lions-Cowboys game may be gettin' punished afore the playoffs, matey!
2023-12-31
Arrr, ye hear me mates? The swashbucklin' crew what officiated the Detroit Lions-Dallas Cowboys game may not see the light o' the postseason, as per NFL insider Adam Schefter! Shiver me timbers, the seas be rough for those landlubbers indeed!
The officiating crew that worked the game between the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys may face consequences for the controversial call at the end of the game. According to an NFL insider, the crew could be downgraded before the postseason. Brad Allen and his crew received criticism when a Lions go-ahead 2-point conversion was negated due to a penalty. The dispute arose over which offensive lineman reported as eligible. Taylor Decker claimed he reported, but Dan Skipper was determined to be the one. NFL insider Adam Schefter discussed the repercussions of the penalty on ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown." He explained that teams were critical of both the Lions and the officials, suggesting that the Lions tried to deceive the Cowboys but ended up deceiving the officials instead. Schefter also pointed out that this was not the first high-profile mistake made by Brad Allen's crew this year. There were other controversial calls in previous games they officiated. Schefter added that it would be surprising if anyone from Allen's crew reached the postseason. Mixed crews will likely be seen in the playoffs, and Allen's crew will likely be downgraded. The decision could have an impact on the NFC seeds and the Lions' playoff game. Head coach Dan Campbell expressed frustration and claimed he had discussed the scenario with officials prior to the game. Allen provided an explanation of the penalty in a pool report, stating that there was a conversation with the defensive line about which player had reported as eligible.