NFL Refs Under Fire Again After Head-Scratching Call in Jaguars vs Texans Game - Newsweek (opens in a new tab)

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Claim 1 of 4Not checkedThe Jaguars appeared to score on a 3-yard run by Bhayshul Tuten, but officials erased the touchdown after calling Brenton Strange for holding.View evidenceHide evidence

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Claim 2 of 4Not checkedThe call was immediately criticized on social media, with many fans saying they could not see any holding penalty.View evidenceHide evidence

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Claim 3 of 4Not checkedThe article says the overturned touchdown was costly because Trevor Lawrence was intercepted on the next play and the drive ended with no points.View evidenceHide evidence

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Claim 4 of 4Not checkedThe article frames the incident as another example of the criticism NFL referees have faced in recent weeks, citing other controversial calls and a two-game suspension for line judge Jeff Seeman.View evidenceHide evidence

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