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Old 12-11-2022, 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by PoolBrews View Post
I want the coach to be able to throw his red flag for a facemask. This happens way too often and is missed many times. Directly related to player safety. It's a black and white call - very obvious. Your player comes out and says " I had a hand in my facemask, and my head was pulled around violently" Easy call to throw the flag.

Right now, it's not reviewable, yet it's a huge safety issue.
I agree. It's a dangerous injury. Eagles tight end, Dallas Goedert is still out after being fouled by a Redskin's defensive player. The guy held on to his facemask for five yards before dragging him down. No penalty called.