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Originally Posted by bigjohn
Dead ball 
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Based on what interpretation?
This isn't a ball coming to rest beyond the NZ with nobody from the receiving team anywhere near the ball. (they are the only one who can advance the ball)
This is a ball behind the NZ that can be advanced by either team, or legally passed / kicked by the kicking team. There were plenty of K players within 3 yards of the ball, all eligible to pick it up and advance it.
Great job by the crew..... especially the guys who covered the goal line.