THE STORY
In the 2018 NFC Championship on January 20, 2019, the New Orleans Saints led the Los Angeles Rams 20–17 late in the fourth quarter. On third-and-10, Drew Brees threw an incomplete pass to Tommylee Lewis, who was contacted by Rams cornerback Nickell Robey-Coleman before the ball arrived. Officials did not call pass interference. The Saints settled for a field goal, the Rams tied the game, and eventually won 26–23 in overtime.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
New Orleans Saints, Los Angeles Rams
WHY IT MATTERS
The missed call led to widespread criticism and legal action, prompting the NFL to consider rule changes regarding pass interference reviews. (washingtonpost.com)