Below is a transcript of the pool report with referee Bill Vinovich from the NFC Championship game between the New Orleans Saints and the Los Angeles Rams regarding the no-call.
The Pool Reporter in attendance was Amie Just of NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune.
Q: What was the reasoning for no penalty flag being thrown on the play involving Drew Brees’ pass attempt to Tommylee Lewis (defended by Nickell Robey-Coleman with 1:49 to play)?
BV: “It’s a judgment call by the officials. I personally have not seen the play.”
Q: Did the timing in the game have any impact on a no-call there?
BV: “Absolutely not.”
Q: You said you didn’t see the play, correct?
BV: “Correct.”
Q: In this situation, is the play subject to an instant replay review?
BV: “It’s not a reviewable play.”