Tag Archives: official equipment

Whistle while you work, NFL referee style

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Mark Schultz

This season has seen three inadvertent whistles (IW) being blown by the officials, with the latest being this past week in the game between the Raiders and Bengals. NFL officials, and officials at all levels, have various tricks of the … Continue reading →

Officials to use pink penalty flags for Dolphins – Jets game this Sunday

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Mark Schultz

A suggestion from an 11-year old boy will be evident on the field this week for the Miami Dolphins – New York Jets game.  The officiating crew will use pink penalty flags for breast cancer awareness month. Dante Cano, from … Continue reading →