Why the heck do officials care? All we have to do is adjudicate the game. This is not our problem.

We care because we're human beings with an understanding of fairness and doing "what's right." The details may differ between us, which is why we don't get to inser those feelings into the game.

It depends in what capacity or viewpoint one is in when discussing this...as an official...in the game...the only thing I'll care about is managing the game appropriately. I don't care if the coach is pressing, has his starters in, etc.

But as just an outside observer, removed from being an official, the lopsided nature of this game brings topics that are easy to discuss...both for the winning team and losing time.

My statement was in the capacity as a game official. Why do any of us care enough to feel we can interject our personal morals and standards.

In blowouts, I always think of the movie Hooziers - five passes before anybody takes a shot. Although I've been tempted to mention that to a coach, now and then, I've always restrained my personal thoughts, and just done my job.