In a tense finish to the Sunday Night Football matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles, NBC analyst Cris Collinsworth voiced his strong disapproval of a controversial officiating decision that took place late in the fourth quarter.
With the Eagles leading 16-9 and only 1:51 remaining, they were faced with a critical third-and-8 situation. Quarterback Jalen Hurts aimed a pass toward wide receiver AJ Brown, but the throw was beyond Brown”s reach. As Lions cornerback Rock Ya-Sin celebrated the incomplete pass, a flag was thrown for pass interference, which many believed was unjustified.
This penalty proved pivotal, allowing the Eagles to secure a first down and effectively seal the game. Collinsworth, who has a background as a former NFL wide receiver, did not hold back his criticism of the call, expressing disbelief at the officiating. “Oh, come on! Come on! That is terrible! That is an absolutely terrible call that”s going to decide this football game! If anything, it”s an offensive push!” he exclaimed during the broadcast.
Upon reviewing the play again, Collinsworth reiterated his stance, suggesting that if a foul were to be called, it should have been on the offense rather than Ya-Sin. “Wow,” he added, clearly frustrated with the officiating decision.
Ultimately, the Eagles improved their record to 8-2 following the 16-9 victory, while the Lions fell to 6-4, marking their second loss in three games.
