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It was Fed and they do have the option of the succeeding spot. The problem was, IMO, there was NO Roughing in the first place. And I initially indicated that by shaking my head no. After the play I tell the QB it was clean. Coach continues and that's when shake my head again. It was just an opportunity for the coach to show his backside. He hasn't a clue what his options are and neither do any of his other coaches and players. I figure when I recommend the option I gave he will shut up. It worked. He asked that the penalty be enforced from the succeeding spot, I would have reminded him that there was no penalty to begin with.
I'm quite aware of how to handle situations. That was one where the coach needed to be put in his place. I don't believe that is the best way to officiat but for this guy from this team, it had to be done and it was successful. Dropping a flag to handle that situation would have just fueled the fire. The mouth wouldn't have stopped if I had just walked away.
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