Whistle While You Work...

Columnist comment: “I wouldn’t typically repeat a column, but after the passing of Virgil McCrady I would like to dedicate this Worst Seat in the House in his memory.”

When it comes to analyzing referees I have my opinions. I believe there are three groups of officials who don the stripe shirt. The first group of officials works very hard to keep a game under control.

The second group of referees has a tendency to take control of the game with their whistles. The third group couldn’t spell control, even with Vanna White’s help! It’s obvious that I prefer the first group to the other two, even...