Markbreit holds the record for 4 Super Bowls as a referee
Proposals look to tweak rules on defensive holding/illegal contact, assisting the runner, and modify overtime, playoff seeding, and roster limits
Douglas was a side judge from 1981 to 1991
HawkEye will call first downs but not spot the ball
Catch rules, accountability, game film analysis, Bottlegate, the rise of social media, and a website dedicated to NFL officiating
Tuck Rule, Bill Vinovich sidelined, turnover in officiating leadership, development programs, centralized replay
Replacement officials, 8th official, no DPI flag, rules to protect the QB, and representation
Legalized gambling, a WILD Card Playoff, grading controversies, rules analysts, and disciplinary measures
Hall of Fame, covid, Deflategate, longevity, and concussions
Tirico named by our editorial staff as the second annual honoree