Here we go again.
NFL refs are under fire again, and this time, it’s a controversial holding call against Buffalo Bills tackle Dion Dawkins in their clash with the Baltimore Ravens. Picture this: the game’s heated, tensions are high, and suddenly, boom — a flag flies, leaving Bills fans scratching their heads and raising their voices.
Was it legit, or did the refs just throw the game’s momentum out the window? You can bet fans aren’t keeping quiet about it.
Fans Furious Over Controversial Holding Call Against Bills’ Dion Dawkins
The NFL officiating hiccup had fans losing their cool over a controversial holding call against Dawkins.
The flag flew late in the game, setting the Bills back 10 yards and killing a potential scoring drive. But here’s the kicker: Dawkins did everything by the book.
Fans are furious. One user went as far as to say, “The NFL has a serious officiating problem.” Their frustration is palpable as they dissect the call.
The #NFL has a serious officiating problem
— DANY Sports (@DANYSports) January 20, 2025
Another fan argued, “This is holding. Offensive players are not allowed to yank defenders to the ground by their jersey,” pointing to a potential ticky-tack call that could have been avoided.
This is holding. Offensive players are not allowed to yank defenders to the ground by their jersey.
— mike jones (@RealMikeJomes) January 20, 2025
Then there’s the second group, who took a more measured approach, suggesting, “Terrible call but still second down (got 5 back on offsides), two bad communication plays ended their drive, not this penalty.” They’re acknowledging the flaws but also noting other factors in the drive’s demise.
However, the conspiracy theories didn’t take long to surface. “Yeah, the NFL wants Ravens-Chiefs. No doubt,” one fan quipped, hinting that there are preferred matchups down the road.
And in a classic twist, another fan shot back, “Ridiculous call! Guess you need to be the Chiefs to get calls!”
At the end of the day, no matter where you stand, the refs will never escape the NFL fan base’s scrutiny that’s always watching, always judging.
Bills’ Playoff Hopes Almost Jeopardized by Phantom Holding Call
In the playoffs, beating elite teams is tough, but beating them and the refs is next-level frustration. Enter the Bills, who were robbed of a golden opportunity after a phantom holding call on Dawkins. The play: Josh Allen hooked up with Curtis Samuel for a gain that would’ve set them up for a manageable 3rd-and-2. Instead, the non-existent penalty threw them back, and they were forced to punt.
The Bills were in the driver’s seat, until the refs hit them with a brutal call.
But with all the tech in place for “quick reviews,” why can’t we fix obvious missed calls like this? We have the tools, NFL, let’s use them. The Bills needed every break they could get to take down the Ravens — here’s hoping a different missed call doesn’t become their undoing.
