Would you have done the same

[BoBo]

As the White Hat in my crew I always try and communicate with the coach and the qb in these situatuions. If they want to take a knee before the half or the end of the game I tell them to let me know. This now allows me to be ready for a qucik whistle. I also take the opportunity at the end of the game to remind the lineman to protect themselves and the QB. By this I mean not to just stand there but be prepared for a hit by the defense.

If the game is say pretty much out of reach I will tell the defense in a round bout way to use their heads and not to do anything stupid. May even throw in "we have had a great game tonight and lets all finish with some class."

Preventive Officiating!!