Conference Championship edition
Can one be a catch and the other an interception?
A look at the Wild Card Playoffs and the Quarterfinal and Semifinal bowl games
3-time Super Bowl referee Bernie Kukar is our guest this week
The Sugar Bowl had the longest second in sports in recent memory
As the NFL season wraps up, we take a look at how playoff assignments take shape
Taking a closer look at what is "clear and obvious"
Plus, packing up after the season is done and another Hall of Fame snub
Plus, reining in a game that gets out in front of the crew
On this episode of the 1st & 25 podcast, we get ready for Thanksgiving by talking about high school rivalries that play on Thanksgiving morning that don’t count...
When officials get knocked down, a penalty must be enforced
Plus, regional mechanics in high school become evident in postseason
Plus, quick takes on missed false starts, intentional grounding, and an unfortunate 5th down
Also, a tush-push fumble didn't happen, and the replay assist function raised some questions
We also covered pass interference and end-of-game fouls
A failed trick play, a game suspended early, and when a huge mistake is made
Also substitution tactics are getting scrutiny
Reviewing penalty options, celebrating too soon, and broadcasters who know the rules
The crew discusses presnap mechanics for substitutions and ball spotting
A missed call escalates the discussion on banning the short-yardage play
