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The current scandal is not isolated. Historical instances include questionable officiating in week 17 of the previous season, the infamous non-pass interference call against the Packers, and several other high-profile contentious decisions like the NFC Championship game controversies. Supporters argue that these past incidents, combined with the recent one, point to a pattern of league favoritism, bias, or even collusion designed to influence outcomes.
The Call for Investigation and Public Outcry
The compelling analysis and mounting evidence have led many Lions supporters—and some neutral observers—to call for an official investigation into league officiating practices. The key allegations include:
- Collusion between referees and the league to favor certain teams