Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury wants officials to face postgame questions just like players and coaches
Former NFL quarterback Sean Salisbury wants referees to answer questions on camera after games, like players and coaches do. He says this would let officials explain decisions while events are fresh and help make them accountable for missed calls and confrontations with players.
The NFL already uses pool reporters to request explanations of specific calls, with answers shared in transcripts. Salisbury cited two recent suspensions: line judge Jeff Seeman received two games and referee Adrian Hill one after separate Week 4 incidents. He respects the difficulty of officiating but argues officials should control their emotions and make clear calls without relying on replay.
- Salisbury wants referees to face postgame media questions.
- The NFL recently suspended two officials after player confrontations.
- He says accountability includes controlling emotions and making obvious calls.