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Mike Freeman's 10-Point Stance: Confusion over Flags Has Players, Teams Annoyed

NFL teams and coaches are as confused as players over what a penalty is anymore, another poor personnel choice blows up on the Raiders and appreciating the underappreciated Frank Gore. All of that and more in this week's 10-Point Stance.

1. To throw a flag or not throw a flag? That is the question.

Many things bother both NFL front-office executives and coaches: the rising price of pizza delivery, runs on the treadmill and people who actually believe Picard is a better captain than Janeway.

But nothing irritates coaches, front-office types and players more than uneven and erratic officiating.