NFL Star Parsons Rips Refs Over Holding Calls and Eagles’ ‘Tush Push’ Play

Micah Parsons lashed out at NFL officials, calling out both spotty penalty calls and a controversial short-yardage play. "I hate that play... you can't stop it if they're leaving early," the Packers' defender told ESPN.

The numbers paint a clear picture - Packers' opponents got flagged for holding just six times all season, ranking third-lowest in the NFL. These stats back up the pass rusher's angry complaints about missed calls.

The Eagles' "tush push" play, sometimes called the "brotherly shove," sparks heated debates about fairness. Critics say there's a loophole in QB protection rules that makes defending it practically impossible.

With 4.6 pressures per game, Parsons leads all NFL defenders. But against Cincinnati, even after getting five pressures, he couldn't get to the quarterback - his first time coming up empty this season.

He got a burst blood vessel in his eye from an uncalled hands-to-face hit, adding to his frustration. "If you're going to say it's about protecting players then protect all players. Don't just protect one side of the ball," he shot back.

Matt LaFleur backed his player's complaints completely. The coach plans to talk to officials before the Arizona game about what he called "egregious" missed calls.

When teams send video evidence of missed calls to NFL headquarters, it highlights the growing divide between what coaches see and what refs call.

Even with their trick play, the Eagles stumbled after going 4-0, losing two straight games. It shows fancy plays can't hide bigger offensive problems.

Defensive players across the league share these gripes about missed calls. They see refs letting star rushers get held without throwing flags.

Looking at rule changes over ten years shows the NFL favoring offense. Between tougher pass interference calls and overlooked holding, scoring seems to matter most.