Packers returner Keisean Nixon is disputing a call made during Sunday’s game against the Eagles, saying officials missed an opportunity to correct a mistake in the fumble play. The opening kickoff proved pivotal, with Nixon fumbling and the Eagles recovering. However, Nixon claims he recovered the ball before it was taken away from him after the play was dead.
Nixon believes a penalty should have been called on the Eagles for helmet-to-helmet contact that caused the fumble. “I got the ball back for sure and then it should’ve been targeting, helmet to helmet,” he said. The replays appear to support Nixon’s claim, showing him possessing the ball before it was taken away.
The incident highlights the importance of replay review in correcting mistakes made by officials on the field. In this case, an overhead replay angle shown on the Fox broadcast clearly demonstrated that Nixon had possession of the ball. Despite his efforts to advocate for a correct call, Nixon’s concerns won’t be addressed through any disciplinary action against the Eagles.
The league office will review Oren Burks’ hit on Nixon for potential discipline, but it may not have an impact on the original outcome.
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