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Eisen also touches upon the Los Angeles Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford. Questions linger about Stafford's future with the franchise, especially with recent underwhelming performances. The Rams, as Eisen notes, were close to securing a victory in a prior playoff game, which could have reframed the narrative around the team's performance.
Critique of NFL Officiating
As always, officiating remains a hot topic, and Eisen weighs in on the criticism referees face. He advocates for greater transparency regarding officials, especially as gambling regulations evolve. Bringing in the concept of making refs more accountable, Eisen suggests that hearing their decision-making processes could help quell some of the skepticism and outrage fans express towards officiating in critical moments.