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However, you're not just signalling to the timer. You're also signaling to your fellow officials, the players, coaches, and fans. Most fields are crown based. On a sideline incompletion, chances are that the opposite bench is not going to be able to see an incomplete signal. Just as well, in a crowded team box, the timer may not be able to see the LJ if there's an incompletion on a sideline. Your referee may not see the incomplete signal, if he's watching the QB for possible roughing.
It's just one of those mechanics that isn't always needed but when it is needed, it's important to do it. For example, there's no reason to throw a bean bag when a fumble occurs in the offensive backfield. But it is necessary to throw one if the ball is fumbled beyond the LOS or you could be in a world of hurt.
Good luck guys! I don't think you're going to have much success getting this mechanic changed.
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