Embed from Getty Images Happy New Year to all NFL officiating fans. No, it isn't a new calendar year or league year. Traditionally, May 15 marks the first day of the NFL officials being in-season following the 3-month "dark period", which begins after the Super Bowl. The "dark period" allows the
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10 new on-field officials hired by the NFL for the 2022 season
Embed from Getty Images Football Zebras exclusive A new wave of officials has just received the call that they have been waiting for during their entire careers. The NFL has hired 10 on-field officials and 5 replay assistants for the 2022 season. Additionally, 4 current replay assistants have been promoted to replay
Advanced computerization will determine spot of the ball in the USFL
USFL rules school: point-after-touchdown options include a 3-point try
Former referee Mike Carey named 2022 NFLRA Honoree
Former referee and CBS Sports officiating analyst Mike Carey, who officiated in the NFL for 24 seasons, was selected by the National Football League Referees Association as their annual honoree. The NFLRA announced Carey's selection last week. The award is given to an individual for their work on the field and
Umpire Tra Blake promoted to referee position
Everything you need to know about the momentum exception rule
Ron Torbert is the referee for Super Bowl LVI
Football Zebras has confirmed that Ron Torbert will be the referee for Super Bowl LVI in Inglewood, Calif., at SoFi Stadium. Torbert, 58, is in his 12th season and 8th as referee. This is Torbert’s 10th postseason assignment, including 3 Wild Card Playoffs and 6 Divisional Playoffs. This is his first
Tony Corrente is the referee for the 2022 Pro Bowl
Cheffers and Vinovich are Conference Championship referees
Football Zebras exclusive Football Zebras has confirmed the assignment of referees Carl Cheffers and Bill Vinovich to the Conference Championship games on Sunday. Vinovich will be in Kansas City for the AFC showdown between the Bengals and Chiefs; Cheffers will be in Los Angeles for the NFC clash between the 49ers