VIDEO: Touchdown Turmoil Unfolds in Football Game as Referee Flags Gravity-Defying Catch by Daring High School Hero

How would you feel if you achieved a remarkable feat on the ground only to be disallowed? Yes, we have had such instances on the playing field on numerous occasions. For today’s video, the incident transpired on a football pitch. Onlookers were amazed after a remarkable display of presence of mind saw a footballer make a thumping touchdown. As the crowds cheered at the remarkable achievement, their joy was soon cut short by the referee. 

Anguish followed after the decision, and the team looked dejected. At first glance, if you see the video, it would look like a legitimate touchdown point. However, a closer look at the same might be able to change your mind. Now let’s get into a deep dive of the incident and see if the referee was correct. 

Jubilation turns into anguish as referee disapproves of stellar NFL feat

The video was uploaded on Instagram by House of Highlights. The opening seconds of the video portrayed the scene of an intense NFL match going on between two teams. From the looks of it, the match was probably played between college athletes as everyone looked quite younger. One of the teams was playing with white jerseys and red shorts while their opponents were clad in all-black. 

Amidst the high-voltage drama, an athlete from the black team made an impressive run and found himself in acres of space. The athlete, wearing a no. 1 jersey, caught the ball to perfection and began sprinting to the touchline, much to the delight of the fans. As the opponent team came in hot pursuit, they fell short as the athlete was too quick. Expectedly, the athlete with the ball tumbled over the touchline and looked very happy to score an incredible touchdown. Unfortunately, that was the last time when the athlete would smile. 

As soon as he claimed the point, the referee played it down and stated that the ball did not go over the line! This created a huge anti-climax for the celebrating team and their supporters. Well, the NFL rule does mention that to earn a touchdown, the ball, along with the player, must go beyond the imaginary vertical plane above the opposing team’s goal line. We’re not sure from the video, but it was a tight call. 

Such a controversial decision had the fans talking and they responded in the comments section. 

Fans have their two cents on the touchdown debacle

The video shared on Instagram a few days back received more than 130k likes at the time of writing this article. The comment section was filled with opinions from fans and netizens.

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One of the users shared his personal thoughts and commented, “Touch down for sure.”

Another user commented in a humorous tone, “100% in bro had a parley to hit😂”

“Ref must’ve played for the other team in highschool 😂 that definitely was a clean catch!,” wrote one fan in the comment section sharing his personal opinion on the call.

While another Instagram user wrote, “Ref is ready for the NFL.”

“Bros more in then Giddey is in 15 yr old girls dm’s,” mentioned another fan.

Well, as controversial decisions are part and parcel of the game, we must make sure that the referee’s decision on the pitch is final. One should always abide by the same in order to maintain the spirit and sanctity of the game intact. 

What are your opinions about the incident? Do you think it was a legal touchdown? Comment and let us know below. 

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