Multiple trials will take place this preseason to simulate atypical situations
Steve Shaw breaks down rulings from Week 2 of the 2025 college football season
Injuries and unusual placement of officials have been noted this season
There is no rule to bail out officials who accidentally hinder a play.
NFL officials warn players to stay legal more than you think. But some infractions demand a flag, not a warning.
Let's throwback to 1983 when referee Fred Silva and crew had to sort out a Mark Gastineau vs. the Los Angeles Rams brawl.
The umpire returns to the traditional position on field goals and extra points to help protect the snapper.
How does a referee conduct a Super Bowl coin toss with dozens of cameras blazing away while the world watches?
Officials are on the lookout for another illegal tactic
The NFL has never suspended a game to resume at a later date.
The officials in the Week 14 Dolphins-Chargers game could have ruined the Tyreek Hill fumble. Find out how their training made for a great call.
The Raiders sought clarification on an unusual tactic for kickoffs. After initially granting approval, the league has reversed course on the rule interpretation it issued. Raiders...
Go back a generation and you can see a stark change in how officials signal plays.
NFL officials don't have to stick around to officiate the post-game handshake line.
The bean bag can act like an extra foot for a football official.
Here's how the officials spot the ball during the two minute drill.
Officials have mechanics for everything, including for one of the most chaotic moments on the field.
How will NFL officiating look in 2021?
This weekend, alternate officials were told to watch for deceptive, simulated substitutions, and authorized to assist the crew to make sure play is fair.
Over the years, the umpire has been one of the most fleet of foot officials. Now, the umpire stays stationary for much longer.
