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What Makes a Good Official?

By USA Football Staff

July 3, 2008, revised October 29, 2008

What do football players look for in an official? USA Football asked two of the greats, Kellen Winslow, Sr. and Chris Samuels what they expect from the gatekeepers of the game.

  • USA Football asks a Chris Samuels and Kellen Winslow, Sr what makes a good official.

What makes a great football official? USA Football asked NFL All-Star Chris Samuels and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Kellen Winslow, Sr. what they look for in the men in black and white.