Thursday, May 10, 2012
So you want to become a scab referee ...
By Greg Hardy Special to ESPN.com
Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of these well trained and experienced professionals?
Everything is a game of hardball at the NFL negotiating table.
On the heels of last year's players lockout, the league is exploring the idea of using replacement officials if a labor deal can't be reached with the NFL Referees Association.
Take the following quiz to determine whether you’re substitute zebra material. You might soon have a chance to run alongside your NFL heroes, argue with your favorite coaches and earn enough dough to cover your fantasy football fees:
TRUE OR FALSE
You can run faster than Vince Wilfork.
The Miami Dolphins are allowed to break the huddle without a legitimate quarterback.
It's OK to overturn a call against the Cowboys in exchange for use of a luxury suite the next week.
Pitbull should be banned from singing the national anthem.
You’re allowed to ignore holding by the Raiders, because “those bad boys play by their own rules.”
To celebrate your pivotal call being upheld on a challenge, it’s appropriate for you to run to the end zone and start Tebowing.
