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I agree. The whistle stops the play, a flag doesn't. I've gone to the longer lanyard that allows me to keep it in my hand during the play. I do carry a 2nd whistle in my pocket. Got into a situation a few years ago where I broke my whistle while digging for a fumble. Was using a finger whistle (another good reason not to use one). As for carrying your flag, for the new guys, my recommendation is to keep in belt up front not in your back pocket. You don't want to look like a gunslinger. I put mine in my belt on the left side-front. I'm right handed. Takes a split second longer to get to it, but also gives you time to think "do I really need to flag this play or not?" Also, by having it up front, if you reach and don't throw, nobody really sees you do it. Just adjust your belt and they don't know the difference.
The little things do make a difference.
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