September 25th, 2012 
BBParks 
Green Bay Mayor James Schmitt is not a happy camper after last nights Green Bay loss to the Seahawks and the controversial last minute call rookie refs.
The controversy began on the final play there was eleven seconds left on the scoreboard and the Packers were ahead 12-7. Russell Wilson launched a 24-yard pass into a scrum in the end zone…Seahawks wide receiver Golden Tate pushed Packers cornerback Sam Shields to the ground which cleared his way for takeoff . With Shields on the ground Tate eliminated one of the four defensive from going airborne. Therefore, there were only three Packer defenders covering two Seahawk wide receivers.
Packers and Seahawks game. In the letter Schmitt also claims that under qualified refs are threatening the “elite status” of the NFL.
“last night’s game creates a negative perception on the NFL brand, which in turn jeopardizes the Packers’ chance for success as well as the potential to negatively affect our local economy.”
The NFL issued the following statement: “While the ball is in the air, Tate can be seen shoving Green Bay cornerback Sam Shields to the ground. This should have been a penalty for offensive pass interference, which would have ended the game. It was not called and is not reviewable in instant replay.”
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The replay of the play shows Packers’ wide receiver Greg Jennings who appeared to jump higher than Tate and was first to have both of his hands on the ball. Tate and Jennings then both went down in the end zone…and they both had their hands on the ball…
According to sources…”When the players hit the ground in the end zone, the officials determined that both Tate and Jennings had possession of the ball. Under the rule for simultaneous catch, the ball belongs to Tate, the offensive player. The result of the play was a touchdown.”
Final Score: ω Seahawks 14, Packers 12
Watch controversial play video here
Russel Wilson passes to Golden Tate for a 24 yard touchdown to win the game for the Seahawks.
Russel Wilson passes to Golden Tate for a 24 yard touchdown to win the game for the Seahawks.
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