No I am not a Referee I am just a fan of football. I grew up watching the Steelers in the 60s and 70s and still love the team today. Since I now live in California I follow the 49ers and I am what you might call a closet Raider fan but don't tell anyone. lol
The worst thing is my wife is a Patriot fan. It made for some very interesting times at my house these last two years.
Personally I did not agree with the call at the end of the Steeler/Titan game because it looked to me like the kick was over and the kicker took a step towards the defender. I thought the kicker tried to get touched. It was as you say a judgement call by the Referee.
I agree even less with the actions of Bill Cowher after the game. I understand his frustration with the call but I was embarassed as a Steeler fan by his actions. He should have at least gone and congratulated Jeff Fisher and the Titans.
Another question:
Can a kicker be penalized for trying to be touched or faking a hit by a defender? It seems like unsportsmanlike conduct but I could be reaching here. probably just sour grapes. lol
[Edited by Adam on Jan 15th, 2003 at 11:25 AM]
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