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Help From Technology Is On The Way For NFL Officials

In response to continued disappointment with officiating miscues in the NFL, Commissioner Roger Goodell said that the league is looking into increased use of technology. In an interview last week with SiriusXM NFL Radio, Goodell mentioned that “You all as broadcasters or the fans in general get to see things, and we have to make […]

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Noise Making Apps Can Lead to Winning and Revenue for Sports Franchises

(CrowdNoise) When the Seattle Seahawks faced the New Orleans Saints on Monday night football earlier this month, fans in the stadium had more than just a victory in mind. Fans at CenturyLink Field set a new noise record for the loudest outdoor sports stadium, measuring at 137.6 decibels. The previous record had been 137.5 decibels, recorded by Kansas City Chiefs fans in October.

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Commentary: LOL Replacement Refs

The NFL Twittersphere has collapsed on itself in one glorious singularity that has engulfed the sports universe.  The super nova was caused by, perhaps, the worst call since the Tom Brady Tuck.  In case you missed it just tune into ESPN today and watch them dissect that final prayer from Russell Wilson, which was intercepted by a Packer, then re-cepted by Golden Tate, then ruled a touchback, then a touchdown, then reviewed, then called wrong, then the extra point mayhem – HOLY CRAP WHAT HAPPENED IN VEGAS?

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