**Seahawks Star Claims Ref’s Controversial Call Cost Patriots the Game in Overtime!**
In Week 1, the New England Patriots pulled off an unexpected victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. However, they couldn’t maintain that momentum into Week 2, falling to the Seattle Seahawks 23-20 in overtime. Controversy surrounded the game, as many believe a questionable call by the officials played a significant role in the outcome. The…
In Week 1, the New England Patriots pulled off an unexpected victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. However, they couldn’t maintain that momentum into Week 2, falling to the Seattle Seahawks 23-20 in overtime. Controversy surrounded the game, as many believe a questionable call by the officials played a significant role in the outcome.
The pivotal moment came in overtime when the referees flagged Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones for pass interference on Seattle’s Tyler Lockett. Despite Jones’s solid coverage, the penalty awarded the Seahawks a crucial 20 yards. This set up Josh Myers to score the game-winning field goal after six plays.
Lockett himself admitted that the call was questionable, telling Jones it “wasn’t a penalty.” The controversial decision turned what could have been a 2nd-and-10 from Seattle’s 31-yard line into a game-changing advantage for the Seahawks.
The Patriots now face a quick turnaround as they prepare to play the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football at MetLife Stadium. The game marks Jerod Mayo’s first division matchup as head coach. According to FanDuel Sportsbook, New England is a 6.5-point underdog with a moneyline of +245.
