Roger Goodell says an increase in penalties is not a reflection on the NFL's officials
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Key Points:
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated that the increase in penalties this season does not reflect poor officiating, emphasizing that officials are evaluated on making correct calls rather than the number of flags thrown.
- Goodell highlighted that the number of fouls is not a fair measure of officiating quality since officials are responsible for calling fouls, not committing them.
- He believes officiating has improved with ongoing efforts such as personnel changes, enhanced replay processes, and collective bargaining agreements contributing to more accurate calls.
- The NFL suspended two officials after Week 4 for misconduct toward players, underscoring the league's commitment to accountability and respect among players and officials.
- Goodell reaffirmed the league’s dedication to maintaining high standards of sportsmanship and accountability for all participants, including officials.
