Four months after blowing a call that handed the Denver Broncos a win over the San Diego Chargers, Ed Hochuli has been rewarded by the NFL with a playoff appearance, working today's game between the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins.
10 months ago
TJB
6 comments
0 recs |
Email
PrintComments
Looks like Hoculi was punished badly, NOT!
Making it to the playoffs after all, we should probably close the book on this guy, but I hate the fact that even after such a horrendous call, he still makes it to the playoffs.
by TJB on Jan 4, 2009 1:17 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Hochuli has been one of the best referees in the game for years. He made one of the worst calls ever this year, but I think since it ended up not costing us that we can let it go.
Bolts from the Blue // "Game over." - Jamal Williams
Bloody Elbow // "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." - H.L. Mencken
by Richard Wade on Jan 4, 2009 1:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
You're being fair to the man
But it still made me shudder to see him.
Isn't it enough to know that I ruined a pony making a gift for you? ◔ヮ◔
Uncommon Sportsman :: Absurdity in play
by Axion on Jan 4, 2009 2:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I still remember at the beginning of that Week 2 game when I saw we had Hochuli and said, “well at least we don’t have to worry about the officiating.” The blown call was an aberration.
Bolts from the Blue // "Game over." - Jamal Williams
Bloody Elbow // "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." - H.L. Mencken
by Richard Wade on Jan 4, 2009 2:35 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I just hate
that everyone said “He will be downgraded and probably won’t go to the playoffs”
But now it seems there is no punishment at all. I remember he had some other questionable calls this year (maybe the Saints Monday night game?)
Oh well, I’m sure the embarrassment and reputation that will follow him for a long time is probably punishment enough.
Too bad these guys aren’t held accountable.
by TJB on Jan 4, 2009 3:33 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Maybe it just means
That the rest of the refs have been shit-ier than Hochuli. Scary thought, huh?
1-10-DEN 18 (9:52) (Shotgun) 6-J.Cutler pass short right intended for 19-E.Royal INTERCEPTED by 93-L.Castillo (95-S.Phillips) at DEN 18. 93-L.Castillo to DEN 14 for 4 yards (62-C.Wiegmann). 6-J.Cutler pouts ob to DEN 25 for 11 yards.
by Wonko on Jan 5, 2009 3:27 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Comments For This Post Are Closed
Secondary Sidebar
User Tools
FanPosts
Community blog posts and discussion.
Certain photos copyright © 2009 by Associated Press or Getty Images. Any commercial use or distribution without the express written consent of Associated Press and Getty Images is strictly prohibited.
