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NFL may use replacement referees in 2026 if labor talks fail, risking game integrity.
The NFL is reportedly preparing to use replacement referees in 2026 if labor talks with the NFL Referees Association fail, following a pattern from the controversial 2012 season.
The league is considering recruiting around 150 officials from lower levels of football, with training set to begin in April.
This move, which could lead to repeated errors like the infamous "Fail Mary" game, has drawn concern from union leaders and analysts who warn of diminished game integrity and public trust.
While the league has not confirmed the plan, the reports suggest it may be a negotiating tactic.
Both sides remain far apart, raising the possibility of a last-minute resolution before the May 31 deadline.
La NFL podría usar árbitros de reemplazo en 2026 si las conversaciones laborales fallan, arriesgando la integridad del juego.