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ESPN analyst Monica McNutt described feeling flashbacks about college after Caitlin Clark’s technical foul was rescinded by the WNBA following Indiana’s win over Chicago; the Fever’s appeal led to the reversal, Clark will play next game vs. the Liberty, and commentators debated officiating decisions.
Talks between the NFL and the NFL Referees Association have progressed to a ratification vote on a new CBA, scheduled for Thursday. If approved, regular officials would be used in September, potentially ending the need for replacement officials; the current CBA expires May 31. The league had begun onboarding replacements and had approved a March rule change to let off-field officials correct mistakes by replacements.
A malfunctioning shot-clock horn caused about a seven-minute delay during the Elite Eight game between Iowa and Illinois in Houston, with officials and coach Brad Underwood working to fix the broken horn in the first half.
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua was fined $25,000 by the NFL for criticizing officials during a livestream, where he called them 'the worst' and suggested they make calls to be on TV. Nacua later posted a sarcastic comment on social media and described his initial remarks as a 'moment of frustration,' but the league's discipline was based on his original comments.
After a close loss, Rams receiver Puka Nacua deleted a tweet criticizing officials, attributing his comments to a moment of frustration and emphasizing the need to improve his awareness and technique rather than blaming referees. He acknowledged the importance of controlling his public comments and learning from the incident.
Puka Nacua had a standout game with 12 catches, but created controversy by tweeting and deleting a message criticizing officials after a close loss, which may lead to fines, while his coach was unaware of the incident.
The NFL has instructed officials to closely monitor for false start penalties during the 'tush push' play, a recent focus in game officiating to ensure fair play.
Longtime ACC official Gary Patterson resigned after a controversial replay review during the UConn-Syracuse game, citing frustration with how the review was handled and interference from the ACC command center, which he believed led to errors in officiating and impacted the game's outcome.
Election officials in Wisconsin have dismissed claims made by a Republican regarding the integrity of the election process, stating that these allegations lack any merit. The officials emphasized the robustness and security of the election system, countering the unfounded assertions.
A shooting situation in Minnetonka has been contained to a house on Crestwood Drive East, with a shelter-in-place order issued for the neighborhood. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office confirmed that there is no threat to the public, but the Minnetonka Police Department advises residents to avoid the area. The situation is ongoing, and officials are urging people to stay updated as more information becomes available.
Officials and Detroit Lions coaches missed a sack of Baker Mayfield, leading to a game-tying touchdown for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the divisional round playoff game. Despite the missed call, the Lions held on for a 31-23 win to advance to the NFC championship against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Buccaneers benefited from a missed call when officials incorrectly ruled a sack as an incomplete pass, leading to a 12-yard touchdown on the next play and tying the game against the Lions 17-17 in the fourth quarter.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have targeted Hezbollah in response to the terror group's initiation of attacks, according to officials.
The NFL has fined Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett $25,000 for criticizing officials after a recent game. Garrett expressed frustration with the officiating, particularly regarding missed calls on offensive linemen. He argued that the league needs to hold officials accountable for their mistakes, just as players are scrutinized for their performance. The fine, which represents a small fraction of Garrett's annual compensation, is unlikely to deter players from speaking out. The NFL's decision to penalize Garrett for fair criticism may only fuel speculation about the integrity of the league's officiating.
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett has been fined $25,000 by the NFL for criticizing officials after their victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Despite the fine, Garrett hopes his comments will have a positive effect.