Mike Pereira on Refs

[mahoneybill]

So even in the "explanation" after the game the ref still didn't know the rule. Pathetic.

If this is correct, I believe it is, then it's very clear It should've been a penalty whether they granted the stoppage or not. Even if they didn't it says they will be penalized after the play. I'd like a real explanation where the ref knows the rules. Even if it's two days after the fact.

When the announcers, and the replay clearly show the 12th man halfway through the formation, not just getting off the edge of the playing field there is no excuse for the refs even implying they were " giving him the opportunity to get off the field"..

 

[Plumfool]

When the announcers, and the replay clearly show the 12th man halfway through the formation, not just getting off the edge of the playing field there is no excuse for the refs even implying they were " giving him the opportunity to get off the field"..

Then perhaps he said what meant. Because for the life of me I can't fathom why the ball would be held up. It's not the refs responsibility to ensure that teams have the correct number on the field for a play.