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NFL Says No Clear View on Vikings Field Goal That Appeared to Hit Skycam Cable in London

League rules require the down to be replayed only if officials have conclusive evidence that the ball struck broadcast equipment.

Overview

  • The fourth-quarter 51-yard attempt, which would have tied the game at 17-17, appeared on replay to contact a diagonal camera cable and then sail wide right.
  • Replay angles circulating after the game were described as compelling yet not definitive in proving contact with the cable.
  • On-field officials and the replay booth did not identify contact in real time, and Minnesota did not challenge before Cleveland took over on downs.
  • League officials later said replay did not provide a clear view necessary to order a re-kick under the NFL rule covering interference by video boards or cables.
  • Minnesota ultimately won 21-17 on a late Carson Wentz touchdown to Jordan Addison, as a separate Skycam interaction also occurred in the Cowboys–Jets game that day.