NFL referee Brad Allen made headlines on Saturday night for costing the Lions a potential win over the Cowboys. Many people thought his crew would be penalized for costing Detroit on a two-point conversion.
Instead, the NFL rewarded Allen’s crew with another nationally-televised game.
Allen and his crew will work Saturday’s game between the Steelers and Ravens. Kickoff is set for 4:30 p.m. ET.
As you’d imagine, NFL fans are baffled that Allen is receiving a second chance before the playoffs begin.
Doubling down on 5 when the dealer has a King showing. https://t.co/DhgLLWlcdA
— Dan Miller (@DanMillerFox2) January 2, 2024
“Zero accountability,” one person said. “This zebra remains employed.”
Zero accountability. This zebra remains employed. https://t.co/B3uXtIAfwA
— Brian (@brianssportssh1) January 2, 2024
Another person said, “They should be suspended indefinitely for all the mistakes they keep making. Instead they Get a key game. Amazing.”
They should be suspended indefinitely for all the mistakes they keep making. Instead they Get a key game. Amazing. https://t.co/f4oJcPQFye
— Al Bernstein (@AlBernstein) January 2, 2024
“Wtf is this? Nice punishment NFL,” a third fan commented.
Wtf is this? Nice punishment NFL. https://t.co/5H0FTlNL4K pic.twitter.com/qiVtqKoh1n
— Lacie🖤 (@TayvisKingdom87) January 2, 2024
Make no mistake about it, NFL fans around the country will be keeping a close eye on the officiating in the Steelers-Ravens game.
If Allen’s crew makes another costly mistake this Saturday, that could be the last straw for them.