The game was fun. Drew Brees was brilliant. Jared Goff showed why he is the future. The defensive play was intense. Everything about it was entertaining, spirited and must-watch television.
Then came the abomination.
Game officials will miss some calls, and this year, well, they've missed a whole lot. But some calls they absolutely must get right, because if they don't, it can cast a pall over not just the game but the viability of the entire league. This is exactly what happened in the Rams' 26-23 overtime win against the Saints on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game.