The NFL officiating crew responsible for the controversial ending of the Dallas Cowboys-Detroit Lions game has been downgraded for the postseason, with a large part of referee Brad Allen's crew not officiating in the postseason.

Why It Matters

The downgrade of the officiating crew highlights the repercussions of their errors and the impact on the postseason officiating assignments, raising questions about fairness and accountability in the NFL.

By the Numbers
  • Lions appeared to have a go-ahead two-point conversion in the game's final minute
  • Cowboys won 21-19 due to the controversial officiating call
State of Play
  • NFL officiating crew has been downgraded for the postseason
  • Officiating crews will be mixed for the postseason
What's Next

It remains to be seen how the downgrade of the officiating crew will impact the handling of future games, and if there will be increased scrutiny on officiating in the postseason.

Bottom Line

The downgrade of the crew underscores the significance of accountability in officiating, as the NFL grapples with the aftermath of controversial calls and their implications for the postseason.