Overrule?

[Ed Hickland]

Had a similar situation in my first WH year. You should listen to both officials version of what they saw and base your decision on what you feel is the correct call. Somebody is not going to be happy with whatever you call.

One thing I cover constantly in pregame when within 5-yards of the goal line go immediately to the goal line and straddle the line. If the ball comes close DO NOT signal immediately. First look to your partner on the other side of the line and keep moving toward the spot. If you are sure the ball crossed tell him "I got a TD" if you are unsure, "Is it a TD?" Only after confirmation of a touchdown should the signal go up.

With experience you learn to withhold signals. As a R it is so much easier to explain why the runner did not cross than to explain why the signal by an official was not correct.