Tag Archives: Pro Bowl

Al Jury presented with Art McNally Award

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January 26, 2014 3:28 pm Link

Former field judge Al Jury is being honored by the NFL with the Art McNally Award for his distinguished officiating career. He will be formally presented with the award by the outgoing executive vice president of football operations, Ray Anderson, … Continue reading →

Unconventional look for unconferenced 2014 Pro Bowl

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January 26, 2014 10:00 am Link

The Pro Bowl will undergo radical changes this season in an attempt to add variety to a typically dull game. The league, based on their promotional spots for the game, would like us to highlight the fact that this game … Continue reading →

Suspending referees uncommon in NFL

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November 23, 2013 6:49 pm Link

5 known suspensions of officials for on-field incidents The NFL rarely has suspended officials for their conduct on the field, although it is possible that some may have occurred without public knowledge. Also, there are two known cases of officials … Continue reading →

Don Carlsen retires from the NFL

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March 1, 2013 12:00 pm Link

The veteran side judge reflects on his 24-year career Don Carlsen woke up one day this past October and made one of the toughest calls of his career.  He decided to retire from the NFL after a 24-year career as … Continue reading →

Special rules for the Pro Bowl

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February 5, 2009 7:00 am Link

In order to minimize injuries, the Pro Bowl plays modified rules that protect the players. Basically, pass rushes are shut down, and standard formations are used. A summary of the rule modifications from the league’s Record and Fact Book: The … Continue reading →