Cowboys Robbed? NFL Suspends Ref After Packers’ Last-Second Illegal Formation No-Call
Arlington, TX – September 30, 2025
Controversy has engulfed the NFL after Sunday Night Football’s 40-40 tie between the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers. Fans and analysts alike claim Dallas was “robbed” of victory by officiating mistakes in overtime.
The Cowboys led after Dak Prescott engineered a field goal drive in overtime, seemingly putting them in control. Jordan Love then marched the Packers downfield, nearly running out the clock before salvaging one final chance.
On 3rd-and-14 from the Dallas 16-yard line, Green Bay appeared misaligned. Left tackle Rasheed Walker and guard Elgton Jenkins weren’t properly set. By rule, it should have drawn a 10-second runoff, ending the game.
Jordan Love chucks the ball in the endzone and the Packers and Cowboys tied 🔥
One of the best games I think I’ve ever watched, second highest tied scoring game of all time.pic.twitter.com/jhzvG7EQCM — SM Highlights (@SMHighlights1) September 29, 2025
Instead, no flags were thrown. One second remained, enough for Brandon McManus to drill a 48-yard field goal to tie the contest. The non-call instantly ignited outrage across social media and national broadcasts.
“Packers got away with an illegal formation requiring a runoff,” one fan posted. “Refs stay playing the Boys.” Another added: “It’s never called in that situation, but sure looked obvious.”
Former coach Rex Ryan blasted the officiating on ESPN’s Get Up: “They’re not even lined up right. Packers never looked ready for the moment, and refs just let it slide.”
On Monday, the NFL suspended referee Ron Torbert and his crew for one week, citing an “internal officiating review.” The league also fined the Packers $50,000 for repeated illegal formations throughout the overtime drive.
The tie left Dallas 1-2-1 and Green Bay 2-1-1 entering Week 5. For Cowboys fans, though, the standings matter less than the sting of a potential win slipping away.
Lions Coach Blasts Player for Walking Off After Poor Performance — No One’s Great Without Hard Work
Aug 11, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Jordan J. Wilson
A Lions backup quarterback’s abrupt exit after a subpar outing in the preseason opener sparked a fiery response from the head coach, signaling a demand for accountability and relentless effort.
The Detroit Lions defeated the Atlanta Falcons 17-10 in a game halted early due to a teammate’s serious injury. However, one player’s decision to leave the sideline drew sharp criticism.
In Friday’s clash, the third-year quarterback struggled, fumbling twice in four drives. His early benching was expected, but his choice to head to the locker room raised eyebrows.
Dan Campbell, the Lions’ head coach, didn’t hold back. “In Detroit, you don’t walk off just because you had a bad game. You stay out there, own it, and fight — because that’s what it means to wear Honolulu Blue. No one is great from the start — that’s why you train with discipline,” he said Monday.
Hendon Hooker, the 2023 third-round pick, completed 7-of-10 passes for 38 yards, adding 27 rushing yards. His two lost fumbles, however, prompted his early exit against the Falcons.
In contrast, veteran Kyle Allen shone, going 7-of-8 for 120 yards and two touchdowns. His poise and precision earned high praise, setting a standard for the backup role.
Hooker’s future remains uncertain. With a $1.56 million cap hit in 2025, the Lions could keep him, but continued mistakes might jeopardize his spot behind starter Jared Goff.
With two preseason games left, starting with Miami, Hooker must prove his resilience. Campbell’s message is clear: only hard work and accountability will secure his place in Detroit.
