How changes to Week 10 referee assignments impacts Colts game
Several officiating assignments for the Week 10 slate of NFL games have been adjusted by the league.
The NFL has made changes to referee assignments for the Week 10 slate of games due to flight disruptions caused by the FAA grounding planes. This decision affects the Indianapolis Colts' matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Three backup referees were called upon for this week's game, with one being side judge Don Willard, who will officiate the Colts' game on Sunday.
However, Willard's responsibilities extend beyond the Colts' game. He will also officiate the Bengals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday Night game in Cincinnati. According to ESPN, each of the NFL's 17 officiating crews has a backup referee identified, who trains throughout the year to take over if needed. Other games impacted by the referee changes include Panthers vs. Saints and Jaguars vs. Titans.
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