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Pass interference rules finalized for 2019 season
Perhaps the biggest rule change that came from the 2019 offseason had to do with pass interference.
In March, the NFL announced that pass interference can be reviewed via instant replay if officials feel an obvious call was missed.
But final clarification for the rule — which is slated for the 2019 season only at this point — came down Thursday.
Logan Reardon of NFL.com provided the details on what the league decided.
According to the final rule, pass interference reviews after the two-minute warning of each half and during overtime will be initiated by the replay official. The replay official will only stop the game when there is “clear and obvious visual evidence” that a pass interference penalty may or may not have occurred.
In an effort to limit excessive stoppages, any stoppage will occur under stricter criteria than other reviewable plays. Calls will only be reversed based on “clear and obvious visual evidence” that an incorrect call was made, which is the same standard for all reviews.
Even under two minutes, all passing plays can be reviewed for pass interference. Any “Hail Mary” play at the end of a half or game will be reviewed in replay consistent with the guidelines for officiating the play on the field.
Coaches are still able to challenge pass interference calls or no-calls up until the two-minute warning of either half.
According to nflpenalties.com, the Vikings were called for seven defensive pass interference penalties in 2018, with one being declined. On the other side of the ball, Minnesota drew seven defensive pass interference while on offense.