MAJOR officiating change could greatly effect the Redskins

[RobH4413]

Can't say I've got any problems with this policy. I just hate it when more power if given to refs to make subjective calls.

Also, I've heard talk of changing or even eliminating kickoffs because of how dangerous they are.

[GusFrerotte]

Originally Posted by RobH4413

Can't say I've got any problems with this policy. I just hate it when more power if given to refs to make subjective calls.

Also, I've heard talk of changing or even eliminating kickoffs because of how dangerous they are.

Exactly why it is being implemented. THe NFL to a certain extent is a rigged game. Don't mean to come off as a conspiracy nut, but I think we all have seen either "phantom" calls or some really flagrant non calls to wonder if the game is really rigged to the outcome the NFL really wants. All this does is give the refs more legitimate reasons to throw a flag and alter the momentum of a game.

[RobH4413]

Originally Posted by GusFrerotte

Exactly why it is being implemented. THe NFL to a certain extent is a rigged game. Don't mean to come off as a conspiracy nut, but I think we all have seen either "phantom" calls or some really flagrant non calls to wonder if the game is really rigged to the outcome the NFL really wants. All this does is give the refs more legitimate reasons to throw a flag and alter the momentum of a game.

That's exactly why I have a problem with it. The less subjectivity to influence the momentum/outcome of a game... the better.

It's unfortunate, and I'm not sure an instant ejection is the right thing. I think here is a case where they should probably have a panel oversee and evaluate these things on a case by case basis to provide some consistency, take into account prior incidents, etc. The rules are still enforced, but just not so immediate.

[Campbell17]

Originally Posted by RobH4413

Can't say I've got any problems with this policy. I just hate it when more power if given to refs to make subjective calls.

Also, I've heard talk of changing or even eliminating kickoffs because of how dangerous they are.

I agree, ejections shouldn't come at an officials discresion. Also, for the kick-offs, they could either have their linemen receiving, or they could do kickoffs with a cinderblock.