Patriots get screwed by the NFL (again) for their Week 7 matchup vs. Titans

"The Patriots' Week 6 win over the Saints will mostly be remembered for marking the third consecutive win for the rebuilding team, highlighted by another impressive performance from second-year quarterback Drake Maye. Not only did he throw a 53-yard touchdown pass on the opening series, but he topped that on the next drive with a 61-yard touchdown pass again to DeMario Douglas, which Patriots fans will count despite the referees negating it with a penalty."

"The negated touchdown was just one of the many questionable calls made by the NFL official group, led by Adrian Hill, during the game, and they almost made it impossible for the game to be played fairly. It brought on a lot of criticism from Patriots fans and those just watching the game, which spoke volumes considering anyone outside New England doesn't care if the Patriots are penalized."

"The Lions faced off against the Chiefs on Sunday night, and other than being quite a test for the Super Bowl hopefuls against a perennial Championship team, it could be argued that they were also playing against the referees in Kansas City. There were several questionable calls made in the game, which seemed to be the usual stunt when the Chiefs are playing. These could have led to a discouraged Lions team that ultimately took a loss in primetime."

The Patriots achieved their third consecutive victory by defeating the Saints, driven by second-year quarterback Drake Maye's deep-play ability, including a 53-yard touchdown and a 61-yard strike to DeMario Douglas that was nullified by penalty. Multiple officiating decisions by the crew led by Adrian Hill drew heavy criticism for affecting fairness and overshadowing on-field play. The same officiating narrative continues as the Patriots face the Titans with a crew coming off a controversial Sunday Night Football game. That primetime game between the Lions and Chiefs featured several dubious calls by Craig Wrolstad's crew, including overturning Jared Goff's trick-play touchdown, contributing to Detroit's frustration and loss.

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