Many fans were left disgruntled over yet another controversial call in a Detroit Lions game.
In the Lions’ 41-34 loss to the Rams in Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon, every single point mattered. So when a controversial touchdown call late in the third quarter popped up, many were quick to cry foul.
Rams tight end Colby Parkinson looked to be down at the 1-yard line, but it was ruled a 26-yard touchdown, even after review. That gave the Rams a 27-24 lead, that would, in part, ultimately lead to Detroit’s loss. FOX rules analyst Dean Blandino tried to explain the thought process behind the call, but he’s clearly not buying it.
“What they ruled is that Parkinson lost control and regained possession in the end zone—he had already broken the plane,” he said. “To me, that’s a stretch. Look, it was ruled a catch, he’s clearly down, that should be down at the 1. I can’t see how we’re keeping that touchdown.”
But they did keep that touchdown. Normally today I’d put together a “best reactions to the Lions win” article, but instead we’ll take a look at some of the reactions to this controversial call. Well, I tried to find some Rams fans with solid arguments for why it was a TD, but didn’t find nearly anything, so how controversial can the call be.
And onto the rest of your notes.
- This is wild!
- Kerby Joseph and Derrick Barnes are teaming up with Downtown Boxing Gym to collect new winter gear for Detroit families who need it most on Tuesday, Dec. 16.
- Travelers en route to L.A. were treated to a rendition of the Lions fight song from superfan Crackman.
- Even after everything. Jared Goff has so much class.
- All hail the Sun God!
- A look at the blue wave that headed out to warmer temps to support the Lions.
