Tag Archives: NFL

Former NFL official Barnes reflects on his career

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Mark Schultz

Tom Barnes was a NFL line judge for 26 seasons This past fall was the first one in 44 seasons that Tom Barnes wasn’t enforcing football rules.  The 69-year old Barnes (who wore uniform number 55) retired after a 26 … Continue reading →

Playoff assignments a stressful time

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Mark Schultz

Officials used to worry about job security around playoffs When the regular season is over, the NFL officials wait to see whether they pack their gear away after Week 17 or if they will be awarded a playoff assignment.  The … Continue reading →

NFL should consider NCAA replay model

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Mark Schultz

After Further Review: A look at the NFL replay review system Part 1 of a 4-part series After many confusing games this season where instant replay was the focal point, it might be time for the NFL to do away … Continue reading →

Red-flag rule subject to review

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Football Zebras.com staff

In the last two weeks, the Falcons (video) and the Lions have both been burned by throwing a red challenge flag on a play subject to automatic review. All indications are this rule will be changed, including comments from the … Continue reading →

Officiating experts break down Week 11 calls

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Mark Schultz

Some assessments differ from the league office Fox Sports NFL officiating analyst Mike Pereira and NBC Sports Network officiating analyst Jim Daopoulos had many different Week 11 calls to break down and all dealt with the referee going under the … Continue reading →