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Lions Batting Ball No-Call

2015 • NFL • Referee Mistake • End Zone Rule
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THE STORY

In the 2015 NFC Wild Card game, Seattle Seahawks' tight end Jimmy Graham batted a potential interception by Detroit Lions' linebacker DeAndre Levy, resulting in an incomplete pass. The officials did not penalize Graham for the illegal batting, allowing the Seahawks to retain possession and eventually win the game.

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Detroit Lions, Seattle Seahawks

WHY IT MATTERS

The no-call on Graham's illegal batting was a controversial decision that led to significant debate over the interpretation of the rules and the impact of officiating on game outcomes.

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