Tag Archives: Sunday Night Football

Forecast for near-blizzard in Philadelphia invokes Rule 17 to postpone ‘SNF’ game

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Ben Austro

Week 16: Vikings at Eagles Tonight’s game in Philadelphia had to be postponed due to a coastal winter storm that is forecasted to bring blizzard conditions to the area. It is the first Tuesday game since Oct. 1, 1946, according … Continue reading →

Hochuli has primetime microphone, disallows quick Packer snap after penalty

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Ben Austro

Week 15: Packers at Patriots After administering a pass interference penalty at the 1-yard line, the Packers were trying to snap the ball quickly, which referee Ed Hochuli announced was impermissible: We were coming out of a penalty and the … Continue reading →

Helmet-to-helmet hit may result in butt-to-bench, increased fines

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Ben Austro

After some nasty helmet-to-helmet collisions on the football field, it was comments made in the broadcast studio that attracted the attention of the NFL. On Sunday Night Football, former Chargers and Patriots safety Rodney Harrison—who was voted twice by his … Continue reading →

Incorrect spot in end-of-regulation scramble could’ve impacted playoff race

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Ben Austro

Week 12: Steelers at Ravens With only moments to think, officials can make decisions based on digesting a 115-page rulebook. On average, 98% of the time they get it right. When there is an error it could have an impact … Continue reading →

Incomplete pass not called on key catch of Steelers opening drive

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Ben Austro

Week 4: Chargers at Steelers Pro Football Talk noticed a missed call on the Steelers opening drive during Sunday Night Football. (video) On the third offensive play of the game, Ben Roethlisberger (who just completed two passes on the first … Continue reading →